NP Information Systems offers a service wherein we scan all your incoming e-mail before it is delivered to your system and remove any viruses
that are found. What are the advantages of having us scan your mail? There are several:
- Security: The primary benefit is better security against viruses reaching
your system via e-mail. If your company already has anti-virus protection,
this benefit holds less value; however we could take over this role for your server
freeing it up for other tasks (see the next benefit).
- Reduced Servers Loads: When e-mail comes into your organization the
anti-virus software must scan it for viruses. If this initial scan of the
e-mail is moved off of your server the result is reduced load
on your server, freeing
up CPU cycles for other tasks.
- POP3 Clients: Many clients do not have an in-house mail server and
elect to have their ISP house their e-mail. If your ISP does not offer anti-virus
scanning this would be a great service for you.
Whether you have existing anti-virus software and just want to add a layer of protection,
or whether you have a couple of workstations with POP3 clients this service offers
peace of mind.