An attack by fast-spreading malicious code targeting computer servers has dramatically slowed internet traffic. The attack - by what is known as a computer “worm” - has interfered with web browsing and e-mail delivery. Computer experts said the slowdown on Saturday was similar to the impact of the “Code Red” virus, which brought internet traffic to a halt in the summer of 2001.

More info on the virus known as Sapphire, Slammer, New SQL Worm, and Worm.SQL.Helkem.

Expect many IT-folks to be called into work this weekend to clean up this mess. Even my hubby’s company has been affected. If you run SQL on your PC — TURN IT OFF. Don’t be surprised if your favorite Web sites aren’t running.