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Security Software Updates - 4 May 2008 »
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tomazyk

join:2006-12-04
reply to Anav
Re: New Variant Of Intrusive Online Scanner

No DO NOT test that link. It is link to XPAntivirus - rogue antivirus. They offer you a free scan of your system - which of course tells you that your computer is not safe and then they offer you installation of their antivirus. DO NOT INSTALL IT.


Anav
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Not to worry Toma, My intention was too highlight poorly worded advice or suggestion in a security thread. Asking people to test this is bordering on ............

I was hoping a MOD would notice but I guess this week I am clearly meant to be disappointed (my Habs lost last night and are out of the playoffs :-( )

THanks for the link ahulett.
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tomazyk

join:2006-12-04
Yes I thought that was your intention with both questions. With my post I only wanted to warn less experienced users from doing foolish thing.
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