I am almost afraid to send any messages since I feel I started this whole
mess.  My computer is now cleaned up and an updated anti-virus software
added (apparently the one I had was not up-to-date).  You mention a fire
wall and an anti-trojan.  Can you suggest where to get those?  This whole
thing has been a nightmare that I don't want to repeat.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Lori Schroeder" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Saturday, June 02, 2001 8:20 PM
Subject: Security


> Dear list members,
>
> First, allow me to interject a couple of thoughts about internet/email
> security as this has been of topic lately.
>
> Obtain and configure a virus program that screens all emails and
> attachments before they enter your email program.   Running your virus
> checker daily or weekly to scan for files is too late and "after the
> fact" of an infection.
>
> Concurrent with the absolute need for this "on the fly" email scanning
> is frequent, if not daily, virus updates.  Many virus programs can be
> configured to check for and install updates automatically, behind the
> scenes.
>
> Never open attachments from those you do not know, and only after they
> have been scanned from those you do know or are expecting.
>
> We should not be too quick to blame others for our own lack of
> security.   There are  numerous threats while we all use the internet.
> Viruses, trojans, Netbus, BackOrifice, SubSeven, TCP and UDP port
> scanning, bots, ddos(dedicated denial of service) attacks for servers
> using unwitting people's computers as drones, and IP address
> spoofing(forging) and more make for a "wild west" environment.  Learn
> about these issues or get a relative to help you. Also, install
> anti-virus, firewall, and anti-trojan software.
>
> An ounce of prevention (and knowledge) is worth...
>
> Lori
>