Protecting Against the Unexpected

We have seen an enormous increase in the number of viruses and infections in the last few years and there are no industry experts predicting that these will decrease in the future. So what can companies do to protect themselves today? What can you do in an environment where budget increases and new capitol expenditures are frowned upon or impossible? This paper will look at applying the tools we already have and some basic security principals to mitigate the threat of new viruses. This can be achieved, but will require a review of many of the procedures and tools today's companies employ.