Trying to completely unistall some software

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A user discovered a Notepad file containing an email address associated with MySpace while attempting to uninstall software. The file included numbers and symbols, raising concerns about its nature. There is speculation about the possibility of spyware linked to MySpace, with questions about its purpose and whether it could be related to malicious activities, such as targeting children's information. The discussion highlights the need for caution regarding unexpected files and potential security risks associated with old social media platforms.
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I was trying to completely unistall some software.I did a search for it and for some starnge reason I foun a notpad file with[emailusername]@ debr.myspace.com.I tried opening it and there just numbers with symbols.I is very unusaual,I never heard of there there being spyware on myspace.Does anyone know what it is?Is it somthing written a child molester to find out kids infromation or what?
 
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It sounds like a cookie of some kind. Where did you find it?
 

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