Project: Zipcloud Virus Removal – Apple iMac
Location: Moraga, CA
Client: Joe N.
“Macs don’t get viruses”, we’ve all heard it, but how truthful is that statement? Sadly, it isn’t truthful at all. Recently, Joe N. brought his iMac to Cantrell’s Computer Sales & Service located in Pleasant Hill, CA for our virus removal service. The virus in question turned out to be the Zipcloud virus, it had infected both the Safari and Firefox browser on Joe’s Apple iMac. Joe however was in luck, the trojan virus had not done any hardware damage, the computer passed hardware diagnostics and now all we had to do was remove the Zipcloud malware.
What exactly is Zipcloud you ask? Zipcloud is a cloud storage service “made simple”, through the companies own words. Cloud storage allows users to store files in the “cloud”, which in return allows them to access these files from anywhere as long as they have an internet connection. However, it appears the risks of installing Zipcloud out weigh the benefits. Before installing anything on your computer, even a Apple iMac, you should be aware of the security risks involved. A quick Google search about a program could end up saving you time, money and frustration. The virus removal professionals at Cantrell’s Computer Sales & Service have seen a recent increase in infected Apple computers, laying to rest the old myth that Macs don’t get viruses. A good program to protect your computer and privacy is highly recommended if you want to avoid frequent and costly computer repair.
As the amount of Apple users increases over the years, the interest in hacking and creating viruses that target Apple computers also increases. There is a very simple explanation for this: Hackers want the largest “audience” and until recent years Apple was not used enough for hackers to take interest. So as the Apple fan base grows, expect to see more malware, trojans and other viruses that can and will affect your Apple device. Luckily Cantrell’s Computer Sales & Service of Pleasant Hill, CA have the knowledge and experience to eradicate virtually any computer virus.
Whether you own an Apple or Windows computer, protection is a necessary step you should be taking. But, if you’ve found yourself with an infected computer and need virus removal, the computer professionals at Cantrell’s Computer Sales & Service in Pleasant Hill, CA are ready to help.
Contact us today at (952) 827-1200 to see how we can help you get your computer back in top-top shape. We would be happy to diagnose your problem and get your computer back to the way it should function!
Written By: Cantrell’s Computer Sales & Service – Pleasant Hill, CA
