The Jailhouse

[Capt_Nemo]

Shaka I will waste my last post on you, Tell your theories to this SEC Lawyer!!!!!!

Dear Mr. XXXXXXXXXX

Thank you for your email.

Online bulletin boards-whether newsgroups, usenet, or web-based bulletin boards-have become an increasingly popular forum for investors to share information. Bulletin boards typically feature "threads" made up of numerous messages on various investment opportunities.

While some messages may be true, many turn out to be bogus-or even scams. Fraudsters often pump up a company or pretend to reveal "inside" information about upcoming announcements, new products, or lucrative contracts.

Also, you never know for certain who you're dealing with-or whether they're credible-because many bulletin boards allow users to hide their identity behind multiple aliases. People claiming to be unbiased observers who've carefully researched the company may actually be company insiders, large shareholders, or paid promoters. A single person can easily create the illusion of widespread interest in a small, thinly traded stock by posting a series of messages under various aliases.

Please be assured the SEC investigates such matters especially when there may be market manipulation.
For more information, read our publication, Internet Fraud: How to Avoid Internet Investment Scams at http://www.sec.gov/investor/pubs/cyberfraud.htm.

Sincerely,

RINELL RANDOLPH JR
Attorney
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
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