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From: "Marita Mathie" <>
Subject: [OHGREENE-L] VIRUS HOAX and a REAL virus warning.
Date: Sun, 3 Feb 2002 22:59:56 -0500
In-Reply-To: <142.8cd52ec.298c6b9b@aol.com>

I realize that when people forward these kinds of messages they mean
well. But forwarding unfounded "alerts" only over loads the servers
that we all depend on.

A good rule is to check any virus "alert" that you receive before you
forward it to anyone. You can check at these websites:

http://www.truthorfiction.com/virus.htm

The truthorfiction.com website is an excellent source the check for any
"warning" type emails that you get.



There IS, however, a REAL virus warning that everyone should be aware
of; the email will read "new photos from my party!". To get more info
on this virus go to:

http://vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k=99332

Number rule of thumb for protection from computer viruses: DON'T OPEN
ANY ATTACHMENTS FROM PEOPLE YOU DON'T KNOW. And, of course, invest in
anti-virus software. I did, and when I received the "my party" email,
it blocked the attachment. Well worth the investment!

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  • [OHGREENE-L] VIRUS HOAX and a REAL virus warning. by "Marita Mathie" <>