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c.d.
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Username: Cd

Post Number: 162
Registered: 9-2005

Posted on Saturday, December 31, 2005 - 12:18 pm:

A newly discovered flaw in the Microsoft Windows operating system leaves computer users vulnerable to viruses and spyware. The flaw is being described as "severe." Hackers are now using this flaw to remotely take over control of infected computers. Computers can be infected by simply visiting a website or through e-mails. Microsoft is working to come up with a patch for the problem.

To get the details of the story and instructions for reducing the threat go to www.washingtonpost.com/securityfix On the left hand side click on "Update on the Critical Unpatched Windows Flaw."

Make sure that you go to www.microsoft.com/windowsupdate and set your computer to receive critical updates automatically. Also be very careful and don't open any e-mails that you are unsure of or go to strange websites.

Have a safe and Happy New Year everyone.

c.d.

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