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  1. keichosaurus

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    I just received an "@ups.com" email that sounded very official. It asked me to open an attachment because my package was lost in the mail. Well I am expecting a package so I did, and It infected my computer with a nasty Trojan. Just be careful guys
     
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    there are new trojans like this made every day, this isn't really news, same old computer-safety guidelines still apply.
     
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    Never open unknown attachments from 'official' emails. You should have checked the official site to confirm the email address before opening anything.
     
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    Thanks i guess.
     
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    You, sir must be stupid. Why would UPS need to send you an attachment? Why not just say that your box was lost?
     
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    Haha i bet you didnt even have a package so if you didnt have a package dont you think someone is trying to send you something : D wow.
     
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    How about like an example of what they sent you.
     
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    thanks ill keep this in mind
     
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    thanks, im not expecting a package so i wont really fall for it :)
     
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    Yeah, people are trying new things everyday.

    In the last week i've received 3 emails saying i've one a million pounds or something, and they need all of my details "For confirmation."

    I'm not saying your an idiot, but these emails come by every day, don't click them!
     
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    Yeah, you will never receive an attachment from a company, unless you talked to them beforehand and you made arrangements for it to be sent.
     
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