For Protection Against Computer Viruses, Fujifilm Recommends Frequent Data Back-Up On Removable Storage Media.

ELMSFORD, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 1, 1999--

Like its Melissa, Bubbleboy and Worm.Explore.Zip predecessors, the current Mini-Zip (or Explore.Pak) computer virus has inflicted widespread damage at some of the world's largest corporations, deleting computer files and disrupting normal working operations. As a safeguard measure to protect valuable files - both at work and at home -- the Computer Products Division of Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc., one of the leading developers and providers of reliable, high-capacity data storage products, is reminding computer users that frequent back-up is the most cost-effective insurance policy against data loss.

By definition, a computer virus is a software program designed to corrupt other programs and alter the way they work. The impact of viruses can range from making the computer crash during certain operations to deleting important files and possibly rendering the computer inoperable. In order to protect important data, Fujifilm Computer Products recommends taking these simple steps:

1. Backup data on a regular schedule; store the backup off site.

2. Install a virus detection software program and be sure to update

this software with each new release.

3. Keep a copy of anti-virus software on a clean, bootable diskette.

This way, users can boot from the diskette and "clean" the system

as necessary.

4. Scan all disks prior to installing, copying or running any

programs.

5. Scan and then download files on a stand-alone PC, never a

networked system.

6. Never boot or re-boot a computer with a floppy disk in the drive

(except for "clean" boot or recovery diskettes). Remove the

diskette before re-booting. This will prevent "infected" software

from running on the diskette.

7. Use the write protect tab whenever possible when running a

program or copying files from a floppy.

8. More advanced users can go into the system's set-up utility and

enable the BIOS Master Boot Record protection feature or other

BIOS anti-virus feature. This prevents a virus from writing to

the drive's master boot record and preventing the drive from

booting.

9. More advanced users may also go into the system's set-up utility

to change the Boot Order so that the C: drive is checked first

(rather than the A: drive). If booting through a floppy is a

must, users can temporarily change the boot order back to its

original setting. This way, no one can boot your system from an

"infected" floppy.

"With the proliferation of computers in the home and workplace, users have come to rely heavily on this valuable piece of equipment to assist in performing the most fundamental functions," said Jeff Ash, Vice President, Marketing, Computer Products Division, Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc. "Safeguarding your computer programs and information is not possible without reliable and tested back-ups. There is always the possibility of a new virus attack, so the best safeguard for desktop users and corporations against data loss is back-up. Backing-up is simple and makes good business and common sense given the substantial investment in computer-generated work these days."

Determining Your Back-Up Needs

Before investing in back-up software, users need to assess their personal computing needs. For instance, users who need to back-up very large amounts of information should consider using high-capacity floppy disks, such as Fujifilm-branded Zip(TM) 250 and HiFD(TM) disks. If your computing needs include network communications or if you run a small business and process large volumes of information on your hard drive, data cartridges like DDS-3, DDS-4 and DLTtape(TM) IV media fit the bill.

Which Format Should I Use? -0-

MEDIA         ADVANTAGES                       APPLICATIONS
3.5" HD       Floppy disks, a familiar,        Common method for
Floppy Disks  low-cost format and              computer file/hard
              common standard used in          drive backup. Used to
              most computers.                  make backup copies of
              Easy-to-use.                     program disks,
                                               software, word
                                               processing documents
                                               and spreadsheets.

ZIP(TM)       Floppy disk format.              Expanding your hard

              Easy to use, fast random         drive. Transporting
              access to files. High            large files. Desktop
              capacity (100MB & 250MB          Publishing graphic file
              formats) portability.            storage and
              Zip(TM) features Fujifilm's      transportation.
              ATOMM technology.

HiFD(TM)      Floppy disk format.              File back-up and
              High capacity                    storage. Can play back
              (200MB) and fast                 over 20 minutes of
              transfer rate                    CD-quality audio and 20
              (3.6MB/second).                  minutes of full-motion
              System is backward               MPEG1 video.
              compatible with
              standard floppy
              disks.  HiFD features
              Fujifilm's ATOMM
              technology.

CD-R          Compact Disc Recordable         Desktop Publishing
Discs         - a write once version of       graphic file storage and
              a CD-ROM - an optical disk      transportation. Used to
              capable of storing large        make backup copies of
              amounts of data.                CD-ROMs. Archival
                                              storage for digital
                                              images, graphics, video
                                              and music.
and           CD-R's can hold about 650
              megabytes of data.


CD-RW          CD-RW stands for
Discs          CD-ReWritable.
               A CD-RW can be written,
               erased, and rewritten by
               the user.

Magneto        Rewritable storage.        Storage of very large

Optical        Random access, high        graphic files (640MB for

Disks          capacity storage.          3.5" and 5.2 GB for 5.25").
               Ideal for images from      Transport of digital images.
               your desktop, scanner,     Data archiving and back-up.
               or digital camera.

Travan(TM)     Inexpensive drive          Basic PC data file/hard
1/4 -          investment. Low            drive back-up.
Cartridge      cost solution
(QIC)          for PC backup.

4MM (DDS)      Small footprint.           PC Workstation back-up.

Tape           Fast file search.          WAN/LAN back-up. An easy to
               DDS-3 and new DDS-4 tapes  use solution for beginners
               feature ATOMM technology.  to experts alike.

8MM D8 Tape    Low cost per MB. Low       Scientific workstation

               cartridge cost. Features   back-up. WAN/LAN back-up.
               ATOMM technology.

DLTtape        Reliable with long         Mid- to high-end workstation

Tape           archival life. High        back-up.  Mid- to

               capacity with low cost     large-scale network server
               per MB. DLTtape IV media   environments. Ideal for
               features ATOMM             automated tape libraries.
               technology.

For more information about Fujifilm's full line of computer storage products, consumers can call 1-800-488-3854 or visit the company's web site at www.fujifilm.com.

Headquartered in Elmsford, NY, Fujifilm Computer Products is an expert in data storage media and a leading provider of innovative, technologically advanced and reliable data storage products featuring the proprietary ATOMM technology. Fujifilm Computer Products offers a complete line of high quality computer products providing maximum reliability and dependability, including: 3.5-inch floppy, Zip and HiFD disks, 4mm and 8mm data tapes, DLTtape media, 1/4-inch data cartridges, rewritable magneto-optical disks and CD-Recordable and Rewritable discs.

Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc. is the U.S. marketing subsidiary of Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. of Tokyo, a leading manufacturer of imaging and information products.

DLTtape(TM) is a trademark of Quantum Corporation.

Zip(TM) is a trademark of Iomega Corporation.

HiFD(TM) is a trademark.