Peter Szor
Author - The Art of Computer Virus Research
and Defense
Symantec Press

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Most technical books are designed to be used as guides or instruction when needing to get clarity for a specific task. It can be said there are books now on just about every subject imaginable in the world of technology and the recent book from Symantec Press "The Art of Computer Virus Research and Defense" solidifies that.

While "The Art of Computer Virus Research and Defense" will be considered a Technical Book, it goes beyond the standard get to point A to make it to point B in finishing a job. Its more or less a theory or understanding on What makes a Virus tick and why defense is key to protecting against a growing threat worldwide. The words may read dramatic however the latest numbers show that Virus's and Trojans could cause massive financial woes and could disrupt businesses worldwide.

Hungarian Born Peter Szor has been at the forefront of Virus Research and Defense and currently serves as a Security Architect for Symantec Security Response. The book also delivers as a guide to giving the user methods for analyzing code deemed malicious and reverse engineering  of the code with programs created for that purpose.  Peter also share with us ways to get the most out of our security with a proper defense strategy. Well laid out graphics and a strong look up index make this technical book suggested reading for the IT Professional or those wanting a greater understanding on how Virus Protection programs work. 

We talked with Peter Szor about "The Art of Computer Virus Research and Defense".  We'll get some tips and ideas as well as the trends in the marketplace that make this book a must have. Tune in for More Info!

For More Information
Visit Peter Szor's Website
http://www.peterszor.com/

The Official Site for the Book
http://www.awprofessional/symantecpress

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