From Leo's mailbag:
> From: A Computer User
> Sent: June 9, 2005
> To: Ask Leo!
> Subject: Why is my anti-spyware program reporting MRUs?
>
> Leo,
> this is a question regarding MRU\'S i believe they stand for *most
> frequently used* at any rate my anti syware programs keep showing them
> and they say *these objects do not pose a threat* IS THAT TRUE? and if
> so why do they bother showing them to me?
Actually, MRU stands for "Most Recently Used". They're not a threat,
in the sense that they'll do no damage, but your anti-spyware
program is being sensitive to possible privacy issues as well.
For example someone can tell from your MRU lists what documents
you've recently opened, or sites you've visited. It's up to you
whether that's important to you. In most cases it's not an issue.
Thanks for asking!
Leo
Article 389
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Viruses and Malware
