Ah, just like the old days.


	Ah, just like the old days.

douchrti

1-9-2008 9:30 AM

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optional. separate by commas., antivirus, computer, computer security, online safety, virus

douchrti says:

This is just a forgotten method of attack. The precautions are the same now as then, education about security.

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