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Loren Booda
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To your knowledge, what has been the most effective spam in the history of the Internet?
Is Mozilla Firebird the Ultimate Solution to Annoying Popups and Spam?
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SUMMARY
Mozilla Firebird is presented as an effective solution for eliminating popups, ads, and flash animations, significantly enhancing user experience. Users report that employing a reliable mail server can also drastically reduce spam. The discussion highlights the ongoing battle between advertisers and fraudsters, suggesting that while spam is prevalent, tools like Mozilla Firebird can mitigate its impact. The consensus is that these tools are essential for users seeking a cleaner online environment.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of web browsers, specifically Mozilla Firebird
- Knowledge of email servers and their configurations
- Familiarity with online advertising and spam mechanisms
- Basic comprehension of internet security threats
- Research the latest features of Mozilla Firebird for popup and ad blocking
- Explore configurations for setting up a secure mail server
- Learn about the impact of online advertising on user experience
- Investigate current trends in spam tactics and prevention methods
Internet users, web developers, and IT professionals looking to enhance their browsing experience and reduce unwanted spam and advertisements.
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twizted1
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The popups that claim you have a virus...almost every computer "user" i know has clicked on these...
-Ty
-Ty
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Njorl
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The most effective against me has been the stuff I actually invited - not that I asked for spam, but that I dealt with the merchant and they sent me spam. It actually advertised something I was in the market to buy. I don't know if that qualifies as spam though.
Judging from what I receive, I would guess greeting cards and penis enlargement are the most effective spam areas against the general public. Perhaps combining the two would be very profitable. Happy Penis Enlargement Day everyone!
Njorl
PS - OT, but have you heard about the new extortion spam? People send you email saying they will download illicit material to your PC and call the authorities if you don't send them money. Ha!
Judging from what I receive, I would guess greeting cards and penis enlargement are the most effective spam areas against the general public. Perhaps combining the two would be very profitable. Happy Penis Enlargement Day everyone!
Njorl
PS - OT, but have you heard about the new extortion spam? People send you email saying they will download illicit material to your PC and call the authorities if you don't send them money. Ha!
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Kerrie
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most effective spam...well, i am not sure if this classifies as spam, but those damned pop up ads REALLY aggravate me...
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Monique
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I don't get spam
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The_Professional
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Personally for me, the spam from the King of Bantu telling me that I will receive 50 million dollars if I give him my entire life savings. It's good to know that there's still good samaritans out there.
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Silverious
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I personally don't eat spam.
But why would you buy it over the internet when you can go to the supermarket?
But why would you buy it over the internet when you can go to the supermarket?
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Njorl
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Anybody listen to the Kojo Mnamdi show? He had his "Computer Guys" on yesterday. They were saying spam is here to stay. The only fight going on is between large established advertisers and ... well... people who want to be able to commit fraud. So far, the frauds are winning, but in the long run, I think the corporate giants will win.
It's like lions and hyenas fighting over a dead zebra. Whoever wins, the zebra is still dead.
Njorl
It's like lions and hyenas fighting over a dead zebra. Whoever wins, the zebra is still dead.
Njorl
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chroot
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Use Mozilla Firebird, and you have no more popups or ads or flash animations.
Use a real mail server, and you have no more spam. Easy, really.
- Warren
Use a real mail server, and you have no more spam. Easy, really.
- Warren
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iKwak
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