Computer virus. A computer virus is a type of malicious software program (malware) that, when executed, replicates itself by modifying other computer programs and inserting its own code. Infected computer programs can include, as well, data files, or the boot sector of the hard drive.
Work history: Began working at an integrated steel mill immediately after graduating from Auburn more than 40 years ago. Spent 20 years with another steel service center/steel tubing manufacturer in Birmingham before his father, John, and the Montgomery family bought Southland Tube in 1995. In my iPod: Dan Fogleberg, James Taylor, Karla Bonoff.
Contrary to popular belief, Home Depot does not own Ridgid, Ryobi, or any other brand. They just have a marketing contract. As far as I know, all the Ridgid plumbing tools are still made in USA. TTI also has Dirt Devil, Hoover, and some other vacuum brands. They just acquired the Milwaukee brand last spring, as I recall. Hitachi is a huge conglomerate in itself. The power tool division is actually one of the smaller operations, though it's one of the oldest tool makers. Did you know they invented the SCMS? They're into everything from semiconductors,electronics, and appliances to heavy equipment, elevators and power plants.