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> From: A Computer User
> Sent: December 17, 2007
> To: Ask Leo!
> Subject: WHY DO I GET WEIRD INSTANT
>
> Leo,
> WHY DO I GET WEIRD INSTANT MESSAGES FROM PEOPLE I DON'T KNOW? HOW CAN I
> PREVENT THIS?

Instant Messaging spam, occasionally called "spim".

Configure your instant messaging program to only accept messages
from people you've added to your buddy or contact list.
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Thanks for asking,

Leo Notenboom

Article 1704 | Category: Instant Messaging

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