Word: maile
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...advanced hoaxsters don't just fish. A recent spate of e-mails claiming to be from Microsoft tell Windows users that to update their system for Y2K, they need to download a patch attached to the mail. I needn't tell you how dangerous it can be to open attachments in suspicious-looking e-mail--again, this is how Melissa started...
Bottom line: no matter how official an e-mail looks, be wary. Check the company's website--many firms like Microsoft and Honda debunk myths on their home pages. Personally, I take note of spelling and grammar in suspect mail. Hoax authors do not appear to be the biggest fans of dictionaries...
Once you've nailed a hoax, don't just sit on it. Forward the mail you got to a wonderful little site, hoaxcheck@hoaxkill.com It not only lists the most common hoaxes out there but also automatically warns everyone who received the same mail not to pass it on. Which should take the pain and embarrassment out of telling your friends what dummies they...
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