I don't think people should pay the ransom. There are a lot of articles on how to remove infection and restore older versions of files: http://privacy-pc.com/how-to/remove-cryptolocker-virus.html Just do ?? be lazy!
As to prevention, here is another article with simple recommendations: http://www.theguardian.com/money/2013/oct/19/10-ways-beat-cryptolocker-protect-files
Hi, I am new to Overclockersclub, got here while searching for memory for my laptop. I am also considering to upgrade my old desktop top, so it's great to be here.