Re: third party email/browser

Outlook is a mail client, not a server, so you use it or you use something
else as a client instead. Note - your system won't be susceptible to hacking
if you keep it protected. 1[1] Make sure you have the latest Office service
packs/fixes...and heed the following:

*** Good security housekeeping tips, in no particular order: ***

* See http://securityadmin.info/faq.htm

* Go to www.lavasoftusa.com and download AdAware...install, launch, update &
run it. This will rid your computer of spyware/adware.

* Use antivirus software (www.grisoft.com has a freebie) and update it
regularly - at least once a week; daily if possible.

* Use a good firewall to block access to your computer from the Internet
(www.sygate.com is a decent freebie for a standalone workstation; hardware
appliances are a better choice for networks).

* Get a popup blocker to stop IE popups, such as www.panicware.com (they
offer a free one)

* Run Windows Update regularly (http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com) to get
all the latest patches for your operating system.

* See http://www.mvps.org/inetexplorer/Darnit.htm for lots of information on
browser hijacking and how to stop it

* Do not use Imesh or Kazaa any other peer-to-peer file sharing software,
ever.

* Do not use Hotbar.


[1] Within reason. A deadbolt and a home security alarm system won't keep
out someone who really wants in.

Peter Pesko wrote:
> Is there a way to associate Outlook with third part email
> clients, not that easily attacked by hackers ?