If you're a MAC OSX user you're probably pretty complacent when it comes to malware since the vast majority of these nasty little programs target the Windows platforms. However there is a new, well-designed and well-presented, malware scam out there called "MAC Defender". This program can download an installation program onto your computer and present you with a window that asks you to install it after alleging that you have a virus on your computer. Here is a full description along with screen shots: http://blog.intego.com/2011/05/02/intego-security-memo-macdefender-fake-antivirus/ This underscores the importance of users of any and all computer platforms to not install anything that they, themselves, did not request. Craig Jungers Moses Lake, WA www.nwkayaking.net & www.bigboxbikes.com *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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