[header] How to ensure hipaa compliance [title] Install antivirus programs. [step] Having active and up-to-date virus protection on your networks and all computers on it will help keep patient's medical data secure. [substeps] Computer security not only protects the privacy of your patients or clients, it also protects you from legal liability if that information is stolen or released from your organization. 
Antivirus programs ensure your data is protected from being corrupted or destroyed by computer viruses or malware. If your computers came with antivirus programs pre-installed, make sure they are updated regularly.