Zeev's Turnips Patch-No Politics (ZEEV)

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OT..."You can receive a trojan/virus/spyware/malicious cookies/etc by going to a website. For instance, many websites send cookies (little pieces of instructions) to your computer (your computer automatically downloads them) so that your computer can get easier access to the site and so that (in some cases) they can track your visits. This is normal and there is nothing wrong with it. However, some sites (especially those sent by Spam) are set up to download a Trojan or virus onto your computer instead of the usual cookie. The best way to protect your computer is to NEVER VISIT A SITE that has been sent to you by a stranger (Spam). Additionally, set the security controls for your computer to medium (On AOL - My AOL, Preferences, WWW, Security, select MEDIUM) which means your computer will ask you before downloading questionable information from websites. "

From another message board post.