AAGGGHH!!

[PacketMan]

If I get another returned mail notice because someone that has me in their
address book is infected with the MYDOOM virus I will be forced to become a
vigilante and HUNT YOU DOWN!!!!!

Everyone please take a second to make sure you are up to date on your
antivirus definitions. And if you don't have an antivirus package installed
on your computer, please take a walk off a very high cliff ... and take your
computer with you.

Thank you!

 

[Jerry Polyak]

If I get another returned mail notice because someone that has me in their
address book is infected with the MYDOOM virus I will be forced to become a
vigilante and HUNT YOU DOWN!!!!!

Everyone please take a second to make sure you are up to date on your
antivirus definitions. And if you don't have an antivirus package installed
on your computer, please take a walk off a very high cliff ... and take your
computer with you.

Thank you!

Such anger. I am averaging about 20 of those messages a day. I don't have
antivirus. I just make sure not to open any e-mails from sources unknown
with attachments unwanted. And before you go of off deep end: No, I have
never picked up a virus.

 

[PacketMan]

Such anger. I am averaging about 20 of those messages a day. I don't have
antivirus. I just make sure not to open any e-mails from sources unknown
with attachments unwanted. And before you go of off deep end: No, I have
never picked up a virus.

ummmmmm - how would you know if you don't have an antivirus package
installed? Do the rest of us a favor and install one, please.

 

[Jerry Polyak]

ummmmmm - how would you know if you don't have an antivirus package
installed? Do the rest of us a favor and install one, please.

To answer your question: I do run a virus checker every now and then, just
to make sure. But I do not run it on a continuous bases, as I find it takes
up more of my resources than I care to give up. Further more, I feel being
behind a router and a software firewall allows me a degree of protection
that I am comfortable with. Additionally, since most viruses require a user
action to be allowed to install themselves onto the client system and since
I do not ever take such action I have been virus free for the past 14-15
years or so. And once again, it is not an idle statement, but a verified
result.

I do appreciate your concern, though. Obviously some of the people who have
me in their address books are not as careful (hence the loaded mailbox on my
end)

 

[PacketMan]

To answer your question: I do run a virus checker every now and then, just
to make sure. But I do not run it on a continuous bases, as I find it takes
up more of my resources than I care to give up. Further more, I feel being
behind a router and a software firewall allows me a degree of protection
that I am comfortable with. Additionally, since most viruses require a user
action to be allowed to install themselves onto the client system and since
I do not ever take such action I have been virus free for the past 14-15
years or so. And once again, it is not an idle statement, but a verified
result.

I do appreciate your concern, though. Obviously some of the people who have
me in their address books are not as careful (hence the loaded mailbox on my
end)

Antivirus taking up too many resources? What are you running on a 386?
Stop making excuses and install an antivirus tool in real time protection
mode. With today's worms, it's people like you that allow them to
propagate. Even if you're telling the truth, there's a first time for
everything. I'm sure that at least 100 people sending me the virus have the
same story you do. It's irresponsible not to at least have an up to date
antivirus program running on any computer connected to the public Internet.
Especially if you're responsible for your company's network. An exactly
how is a router supposed to replace real time virus checking? That
statement shows how little knowledge you actually posses on the issue. you
know you're wrong, just admit it and install that antivirus, fella.

 

[Jerry Polyak]

on

Antivirus taking up too many resources? What are you running on a 386?
Stop making excuses and install an antivirus tool in real time protection
mode. With today's worms, it's people like you that allow them to
propagate. Even if you're telling the truth, there's a first time for
everything. I'm sure that at least 100 people sending me the virus have the
same story you do. It's irresponsible not to at least have an up to date
antivirus program running on any computer connected to the public Internet.
Especially if you're responsible for your company's network. An exactly
how is a router supposed to replace real time virus checking? That
statement shows how little knowledge you actually posses on the issue. you
know you're wrong, just admit it and install that antivirus, fella.

Ah, ok.... I see outside opinions are about as welcomed in your little
world as an open mind.... You right, there is a first time for everything.
But, I am not going to wear a helmet just in case cows develop wings... I
could debate this with your till your cows come home to your gateway
computer, but instead I will just wish you a nice day...., sssailor.

 

[PacketMan]

Ah, ok.... I see outside opinions are about as welcomed in your little
world as an open mind.... You right, there is a first time for everything.
But, I am not going to wear a helmet just in case cows develop wings... I
could debate this with your till your cows come home to your gateway
computer, but instead I will just wish you a nice day...., sssailor.

ugggg

 

[PacketMan]

Ah, ok.... I see outside opinions are about as welcomed in your little
world as an open mind.... You right, there is a first time for everything.
But, I am not going to wear a helmet just in case cows develop wings... I
could debate this with your till your cows come home to your gateway
computer, but instead I will just wish you a nice day...., sssailor.

Why do you feel that running firewall software on your computer is worth the
resources but running antivirus is not? Are you in charge of your company's
network? If so, do you think that your employer would agree with your
recklessness on their network? I think not, pilgrim.

And what's all this about cows and stuff? Just bad humor? And if a cow did
develop wings, flew over your head, then on a hunch that you're a complete
moron decided to take a dump on you, would a helmet really do you much good?
hmmmmmm - ponder that one with your open mind for a while.

~sigh~ Some people just weren't meant to work with computers. But then
again, it's people like Jerry that make my resume look soo appealing (and
inbox so full).

Analogy1: I never get screened for tumors because I don't have cancer
Analogy2: I don't get physicals because I feel fine
Analogy3: I can't run out of gas because I ripped out my gage
Analogy4: I can't think logically because I have an open mind

~ and so on ~

Long live ignorance

 

[Jerry Polyak]

Why do you feel that running firewall software on your computer is worth the
resources but running antivirus is not? Are you in charge of your company's
network? If so, do you think that your employer would agree with your
recklessness on their network? I think not, pilgrim.

Since the firewall scans, or more accuratly filters, incoming and outgoing
traffic and doesn't scan every file I open and close.... duh...
And I never discussed my company. I only discussed my personal computers in
my own home. Never did I mention how I would handle average everyday
ignorant user like yourself. But you go right ahead and create your own
scenarios to fit your own vision. That will make your argument all the more
valid.

And what's all this about cows and stuff? Just bad humor? And if a cow did
develop wings, flew over your head, then on a hunch that you're a complete
moron decided to take a dump on you, would a helmet really do you much good?
hmmmmmm - ponder that one with your open mind for a while.

Bad humor is in the eye of the beholder... everybody thinks they have a
sense of humor, but you are the proof of the opposite... duh... Keep an eye
out for them flying cows..

~sigh~ Some people just weren't meant to work with computers. But then
again, it's people like Jerry that make my resume look soo appealing (and
inbox so full).

True. Just make sure that you include your extensive anti-virus
experience.. Very maketable skill indeed. Possesed by anybody with the
ability to get their sorry self down to their local Frys/Office
Depot/Staples

Analogy1: I never get screened for tumors because I don't have cancer
Analogy2: I don't get physicals because I feel fine
Analogy3: I can't run out of gas because I ripped out my gage
Analogy4: I can't think logically because I have an open mind

~ and so on ~

Long live ignorance

Analogy: I never listen to others because I know everything. My resume
says so...

What a dumb ass....

<Plonk>

 

[PacketMan]

Since the firewall scans, or more accuratly filters, incoming and outgoing
traffic and doesn't scan every file I open and close.... duh...
And I never discussed my company. I only discussed my personal computers in
my own home. Never did I mention how I would handle average everyday
ignorant user like yourself. But you go right ahead and create your own
scenarios to fit your own vision. That will make your argument all the more

Bad humor is in the eye of the beholder... everybody thinks they have a
sense of humor, but you are the proof of the opposite... duh... Keep an eye
out for them flying cows..


True. Just make sure that you include your extensive anti-virus
experience.. Very maketable skill indeed. Possesed by anybody with the
ability to get their sorry self down to their local Frys/Office
Depot/Staples


Analogy: I never listen to others because I know everything. My resume
says so...

What a dumb ass....

<Plonk>

LOL!!