Something else to worry about

As if we didn't worry enough about computer viruses coming at us from emails or web sites.  Now we have to be concerned about peripheral devices such as digital photo frames that connect to our PC's via USB.  The Associated Press is reporting on virus-laden digital photo frames being shipped to the U.S. from China that can infect your PC when you connect them via USB cable to transfer your photos to the device.  According to the story:

Recent cases reviewed by The Associated Press include some of the most widely used tech devices: Apple iPods, digital picture frames sold by Target and Best Buy stores and TomTom navigation gear.

In most cases, Chinese factories - where many companies have turned to keep prices low - are the source.

This is yet another excellent reason to use a good anti-virus program and make sure it is always current.