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And you thought pop-ups were the bane of surfing... (pg. 2)
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| JohnSmith |
| quote: | Originally posted by Fir3start3r
What do yea think?
Think they'll listen? :haha:
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hmm.. you basically just told them, "please add my name jeff_inkster to the list, and associate it with this ip address.
also, please record my email address, and start spamming that mercilesly as well.
finally, make sure to put a tick beside my name under the column, "active user, spam mercilessly"
NEVER RESPOND TO SPAM! |
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| OrZonE |
| I recently began getting these too, actually I've only had one so far, but Im thinking it won't stop there. BTW, shouldn't your firewall block that? |
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| Swamper |
Tucows just registered the domain, they're not hosting it.
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by replying (I hope u used a junk mail account) you're just giving him a connection between your IP & an email address you check so they can sell that spam list too. |
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| Fir3start3r |
| quote: | Originally posted by Swamper
Tucows just registered the domain, they're not hosting it.
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by replying (I hope u used a junk mail account) you're just giving him a connection between your IP & an email address you check so they can sell that spam list too. |
That could be true; but if I do, I know who to come back to if I start getting junk on that email address.
Yes, I know Tucows just registered the domain... ;) |
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| Dmatrox |
| Heres an idea if you have a static ip, ask your isp about how to change your isp and if they can change your ip more frequently instead of a 2 day ip or something, because i think cable modem ips change from time to time. ask your isp for ways to stop ip spamming. |
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| USMC_Greg |
| quote: | Originally posted by Fir3start3r
I can't believe I just got this on my computer! :whip:
Look closely and you'll see what I mean...
What won't they stoop too??? :mad:
(hint: look at the title bar)
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OMG, I thought I downloaded a program with spyware or something. I'm glad I'm not the only one. Someone nuke this byotch! |
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| Nadi |
| It's probably better to report them to the bbb(better buisness berau) or some other goverment related thing, they probably have firewalls n that keep them fairly safe. Plus reporting them is a more permanent solution. |
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| Fir3start3r |
| quote: | Originally posted by Nadi
It's probably better to report them to the bbb(better buisness berau) or some other goverment related thing, they probably have firewalls n that keep them fairly safe. Plus reporting them is a more permanent solution. |
Actually the most permanent solution is to stop the messenger service within Windows...
I remember using this in class when I was taking my MCSE4.0 cause the teacher was a snooze...
And holy sheep @#$! I found exactly what I was looking for...
>>>>>>>>>> HERE <<<<<<<<<<<<
Here's the synopsis:
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How to turn off Windows Messenger Service
What Windows Messenger Service Allows to Happen on Your Computer
Should a pop up box appear on your screen with the words "Messenger Service" in the title bar such as the one below, chances are that you have Windows Messenger Services enabled.
In their initial state, Microsoft Windows operating systems (98, ME, XP, 2000, NT) allow anyone on the internet to pop up Windows on your screen. There is no need for them to know anything about your computer and your computer does not care who does it.
Even less savory individuals may pop up messages on your screen that try to fool you into taking actions that may not be in your best interest.
The important thing to remember is that anyone, anywhere in the world can pop up one of these messages on your computer. At this time it looks as though all these messages will have "Messenger Service" in the Window title. It would be wise to verify with support staff any such message that appears on your computer that instructs you to to take actions that may divulge sensitive information, change your password, leads you to a web site, or take other, unusual actions on your computer.
Also know that spam senders are using the Windows Message Service as another way to distribute their advertisements.
Keep in mind that faculty and staff are advised to check with their computer support staff before disabling any service so that you do not inadvertently disable a service that your department uses.
Disabling the Messenger Service
To remove the ability for anyone in the world to pop up messages on your computer, you can disable the Messenger service. Its easy to reverse at a later time if you wish to do so.
Windows 2000
Click Start-> Programs-> Administrative Tools->Services
Scroll down and highlight "Messenger"
Right-click the highlighted line and choose Properties.
Click the STOP button.
Select Disable or Manual in the Startup Type scroll bar
Click OK
Windows XP
Click Start->Control Panel
Click Performance and Maintenance
Click Administrative Tools
Double click Services Scroll
down and highlight "Messenger"
Right-click the highlighted line and choose Properties.
Click the STOP button.
Select Disable or Manual in the Startup Type scroll bar
Click OK
Windows NT
Click Start ->Control Panel
Double Click Administrative Tools
Select Services-> Double-click on Messenger
In the Messenger Properties window, select Stop,
Then choose Disable as the Startup Type
Click OK
Windows 98 & ME
Windows Messenger Service cannot be disabled
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I hope you guys found that useful.
Enjoy!! :toocool: |
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| Treo |
| hah, i never thought having dynamic ip would be useful.. |
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| El~ZaPo |
| I'm on a network with a router that has a firewall. Will I be safe from these spam messages? (perhaps since they would have to know my internal IP as well?) |
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| USMC_Greg |
| quote: | Originally posted by Treo
hah, i never thought having dynamic ip would be useful.. |
I'm on a dynamic IP as well. How come I'm getting it? |
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| DJ Chrono |
| hm, how do I SEND messages to someone's computer through windows messanger service? |
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