Re: [e-com-sec] e mail viruses

[MacWheel99@xxxxxxx]

> Yes... and no. Not all viruses start at the beginning of the list, some
>  choose randomly, others start at the bottom. It sounds good... but in
>  reality, won't help a lot.
>
>  If you want a foolproof manner to prevent this:
>  1. Don't open any unknown attachments.
>  2. Don't use MS email programs.
>  3. Use Linux, because most viruses will not effect it at all.

Good advice

Also have good anti-virus protection installed properly & kept current.
What good is it to protect your e-mail addresses when your computer is now
trash?
You need to protect the whole ball of wax.

Seriously consider whether you need a firewall in addition to anti-virus.

MacWheel99@aol.com (Alister Wm Macintyre) (Al Mac)