Email Spam is the electronic version of junk mail. It involves sending unwanted messages, often unsolicited advertising, to a large number of recipients. Spam is a serious security concern as it can be used to deliver Trojan horses, viruses, worms, spyware, and targeted phishing attacks.

How Do You Know

Messages that do not include your email address in the TO: or CC: fields are common forms of Spam
Some Spam can contain offensive language or links to Web sites with inappropriate content

What To Do

Install Spam filtering/blocking software
If you suspect an email is Spam, do not respond, just delete it
Consider disabling the email’s preview pane and reading emails in plain text
Reject all Instant Messages from persons who are not on your Buddy list
Do not click on URL links within IM unless from a known source and expected
Keep software and security patches up to date

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