First Step's NetProtect ensures the maximum protection from viruses.
 


Click on questions below for answers!

What is a virus?
A virus is a program that has the ability to replicate itself, spreading to other computers. Click on the next question to learn what a virus can do.
What can a virus do?
Viruses have been known to:
:· erase files & programs from your computer
:· send your personal documents and other information to everyone in your contact list
 :· turn off any antivirus program you are running on your computer
:· render your computer literally useless
Why is NetProtect so great?
Unlike many other antivirus programs, First Step's NetProtect scans every e-mail by two separate systems, which are automatically updated every 30 minutes around the clock.

As any virus protection is only as effective as its last update, you can see why NetProtect ensures you the maximum protection from viruses sent through e-mail.
How do I get NetProtect?
All Internet Access and Web Site Hosting packages now include NetProtect as a standard feature!

:· Current Members If you want to be sure you're protected, contact a Member Services Representative toll free at 1.800.385.9000 option "1".

:· Not a First Step Member yet? Call us now to join. We'll have you set up over the phone in a matter of minutes! Toll Free: 1.800.385.9000.
Isn't my current antivirus _protection enough?
Frankly, no. Do not let yourself have a false sense of security because you have an antivirus program on your computer. All programs are only as effective as the last time they are updated, and most require YOU to do it.

In other words, if you update your protection once a month and you do it today, your computer is vulnerable to new viruses for the next 30 days! The problem is, new viruses are introduced to the web every day.

First Step does, however, suggest that you maintain an antivirus program on your computer. Although e-mail is by far the most common way viruses are spread, it is not the only way. First Step's NetProtect can only shield you from viruses sent to and from e-mail addresses @firststep.net or via your domain if it is hosted by First Step. Click here for Web Site Hosting.

Not a First Step Member yet? What are you waiting for?

Call NOW to join!
 1.800.385.9000

 

"THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS PROTECTION! Your service is so-o-o much better than the company we were signed on with prior to you. Keep up the good work and thanks again."

- Grace B.
 
* Although no antivirus program can offer 100% protection from viruses, First Step NetProtect provides you with a proactive solution towards protecting your investment. Most viruses are spread via e-mail, however e-mail is not the only way to acquire one. First Step encourages you to continue to use and maintain an antivirus program on your system.