Symantec and USB

[cpearce]

Hi
I have Symantec Antivirus on my PC, which is constantly updated. What protection, if any, does it have against the plugging in of infected handheld organisers etc, into a USB port?
Can I assume it will stop any transfer of viruses or infected files?
Thanks for any advice,
Corin

 

[mattjurado]

When you browse the drive in explorer, norton will "read ahead" and attempt to scan all files on the drive. If you really want to be safe, go to my computer, right click on the drive, and scan it.

Matt J.

Please always take the time to backup any and all data before performing any actions suggested for ANY problem, regardless of how minor a change it might seem. Also test the backup to make sure it is intact.