Good Times Virus Hoax FAQ
'Good Times,' which erupted in 1994, was the model for many subsequent hoaxes. Les Jones' FAQ is complete and authoritative – an excellent resource for understanding virus hoaxes in general.

History of Virus Hoaxes on the Internet
From CIAC: a look back at the earliest known virus hoaxes and the reasons for their creation.

The Hoax That Cried Virus
It goes without saying that real viruses cause a great deal of costly damage, but have you ever considered the cost of hoaxes? About's Antivirus Guide Mary Landesman reports.

Maybe It's Not a Virus?
Ken Dunham offers levelheaded advice on diagnosing your computer's symptoms.

Virus Myth Updates
Rob Rosenberger's "random thoughts on the passing scene." Always timely and well worth bookmarking.

Vmyths.com (formerly Computer Virus Myths home page)
A welcome node of sanity on the Net. Rob Rosenberger combats all manner of virus misconceptions along with the hysteria surrounding them.

Widespread Virus Myths
From Stiller Research, a concise debunking of the most common myths and misunderstandings about computer viruses.