5 don'ts and 3 do's for handling spam e-mail

“Despite your best efforts, you no doubt have received e-mail and instant messages you didn't ask for. Here's what you can do about all that junk.…

Beware of fake e-mail

Thieves use a method known as phishing to send e-mail or instant message spam that meticulously imitates messages from reputable, well-known companies, including Microsoft and others. The forged message capitalizes on your trust of the respected brand by enticing you to click a link on a Web page or in a pop-up window. Clicking it could download a virus or lead you to reveal confidential information such as account and Social Security numbers. Get more details from our video on phishing. ”

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