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Posted by Scott

Then you might be happier using Weather Watcher It's less intrusive, uses fewer system resources, and most importantly, is ad-free. No more annoying flashing ads and popups. Just weather. It shows the current temp in you toolbar and isn't pesky about connecting your computer to the internet when you aren't using it. It's much more customizable and easier to use. It's FREE and will not nag you for money. To get rid of WeatherBug, go here and follow the removal instructions.

http://www.singerscreations.com/AboutWeatherWatcher.asp

Posted by Scott

Mimail.J has reached category 3. Be on the lookout for mail from Do_Not_Reply@paypal.com with a subject of Important. Keep im mind that PayPal, eBay, or any other finacial instituion would never ask for your credit card or other account information by email. Important information like that should only be entered on secured pages. You can tell if a page is secured by looking for a padlock in the lower right hand corner of your browser. If you don't see a locked padlock, then the page is not encrypted.

Posted by Scott

The Mimail.C virus has reached category 3 and wil likely start showing up in the inboxes of NetPoint customers. Be on the lookout for mail with the subject "our private photos" and a zip attachment. The virus can spoof who is sending it and could appear to come from someone you know. Make sure your anti virus definitions are up to date. More information about the virus can be found here.

Posted by Craig

A new round of Ebay imposters have sent convincing sounding messages which ask users to click on a link. Please note that Ebay will always direct you back to their site and will never send an attachment or ask you to download something off their website. The imposters appear to be directing you to the ebay site but it is a look-alike URL. If you receive such questionable email contact Ebay.

Posted by Scott

A month ago the Blaster worm made it's way into millions of PCs. Microsoft made a patch available a month before the worm was released. Now the patch itself has a serious security hole which will allow another Blaster type worm to spread. Instead of waiting for this to happen, I am reccomending everyone download and apply this patch BEFORE someone writes another virus to take advantage of it. The patch can be found here and only affects Windows NT, 2000, and XP. If you have Windows 95, 98, or ME there is no cause for alarm. If you need any help getting this patch or have any questions, you can call us at 532-9641.