Tomorrow and Beyond

Recently, the problem of antivirus protection for computerized home appliances, mobile phones, and handheld computing devices has become a topic in the computer press, at IT conferences, and among IT specialists throughout the world. The reason is clear: The world is moving toward the integration of information technology into nearly all fields of human activities.

It's predicted that in a few years, people will be able to schedule and regulate the operating mode of washing machines, VCRs, lights, and other home appliances with a computer. Just imagine, your computer will control the start time and operating mode of your microwave, oven, or toaster. Create a control program once, and you can be sure that every morning you ...

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