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To: 867V309
> I have used these rules, without any antivirus program, since windows 98, and never a problem.

What you prescribe is useful, and do-able, for some people who can maintain high focus while using their computer. FWIW, I do a variant of the same thing, and like you, I've been extremely careful, and fortunate, for over 25 years.

Most users lose focus at some point while computing. I've seen it happen SO many times, to co-workers, family members, friends. They forget for just a moment.

And it's like losing your situational awareness while flying a plane, or in combat. A few seconds of letting yourself get wrapped into a state of mind that's not 100% focused could cost you everything.

I applaud your care, and second your list of cautious instructions. But we have to recognize that not everybody can do it.

29 posted on 11/26/2019 8:24:58 PM PST by dayglored ("Listen. Strange women lying in ponds distributing swords is no basis for a system of government."`)
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And it's like losing your situational awareness while flying a plane...

...or driving a car.     exactly how important is it to you not to wreck?

btw, I left out one thing: cover your webcam!      that way the next time you get a scammer email saying "I saw you..." you won't have to wonder if your webcam was hacked.


37 posted on 11/26/2019 8:41:11 PM PST by 867V309 (Lock Her Up)
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