Re: WE NEED TO STOP SPYWARE!!!

From: PA Bear (PABear_at_mvps.org)
Date: 04/14/04


Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2004 17:44:47 -0400

YOU need to stop spyware!

1. So How Did I Get Infected Anyway?
http://boards.cexx.org/viewtopic.php?t=957

2. Before You Connect a New Computer to the Internet
http://www.cert.org/tech_tips/before_you_plug_in.html

3. Protect Your PC
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/default.asp

4. Use Security and Privacy Features in Internet Explorer 6 (WinXP)
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/using/howto/security/ie6.asp

    Working with Internet Explorer 6 Security Settings
    http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/using/howto/security/settings.asp

    Setting Up Security Zones
    http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/using/howto/security/setup.asp

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~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
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Bob wrote:
> I use the internet alot, and i get way to much spyware. I hate it and I
> hate all those people who make it, we need to stop spyware, I think it is
> rediculious how we can get no privacy and no control on this, this is
> what is killing computers, such a great invention. Its funny because, we
> pay so much for a computer and we can't use it with out being traced or
> invaded, we really need to have something done, we need to form some kind
> of organization to get rid of this nasty thing for good, I think, we need
> to unite and fight this thing. I have spyware and ad removers, I do, they
> work like crap, I have like 6 of them, of coarse they help, they work
> well but not good enough, we need to have something done. Im thinking
> that if we don't use Kazaa and those kinds of spyware programs, we can go
> to other programs that are spyware free like shareazaa(if correct
> spelling). Other programs as well that use it, should not be used
> anymore. I think microsoft is partially responsible for this fiasco as
> well, they build great software and allow companies to invade our
> computers and we cannot control this, it is actually the biggest load of
> B.S. ever. I am angered greatly since I do web design and design programs
> and I have to deal with all this junk. I can't take it and I know people
> who do have it, don't like it. I am calling out to people who read this
> to help do something. We all need it. Another thing that amazes me as
> well, that some companies make money off of our information that they
> take with out my or anyones permission, they take everything of ours and
> can control browser settings, make icons on your computer, practically
> hijacking your computer and you have no control. This is all I have to
> say to the big company Microsoft, you make such good software, then
> defend it and protect your investment. We pay darn good money for this
> and others play us like they're our puppet master, we can't do anything,
> so next time you make another Internet Explorer, defend your product and
> help us, you started a legacy and now its turned into a disgusting show.
> I can barely use it now, I have to go to other browsers that are not
> popular or really connected to IE, like Real One Player Browser and
> Netscape. Finishing this message off, WE NEED TO DO SOMETHING, SO PLEASE
> HELP US!! (E-mail me if you have anything in mind about SPYWARE at
> vrakas@vrakas.cjb.net) ------------------- 
> Haralambous Vrakas
> vrakas@vrakas.cjb.net CEO and President of Vrakas Company
> http://www.vrakas.cjb.net


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