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Can malicious files start infecting before opening it?

I always read to scan files before opening them. Okay, that doesn't sound too bad. But once you download a file, can't it already start doing damage before you even run/open it, as it is already on the harddrive? Thanks.

June 16, 2013

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DrXbowman

Poo
That's really too bad.. I'll guess I'll lock this thread after a few more comments.

Reply June 16, 2013
BrandonIsBack

I believe it can, depending on what exactly it is.

Reply June 16, 2013