Excellent advice, Bob, and it certainly would have saved a lot unnecessary angst. I just hope it is implemented. Lance -----Original Message----- From: bob gillis [mailto:rpgillis@bellatlantic.net] Sent: Friday, 13 August 2004 22:05 To: GEN-COMP-TIPS-L@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [Gen-Comp-Tips] ADMIN Topic of this List Ken, rather than unsubbing someone who posts what you feel are OT messages, just put them on "Reject". They can post but their messages will come to you and you can redirect ot forward the message to the list. When you decided they are staying On Topic then take off the reject list. bob gillis --- avast! Antivirus: Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 0433-3, 2004-08-13 Tested on: 14/08/2004 10:54:48 AM avast! - copyright (c) 2000-2004 ALWIL Software. http://www.avast.com

Hi Arthur As you suggested I uninstalled ACDSee, downloaded a version of enditall, shut down the computer, reinstalled ACDSee (with all running programs closed)...but I have the same result -- I still can't print :-( I'll get back in touch with their support person to see if there's something we can do. There is a freebie that will read the same files, not as nice to work with as ACDSee but, if need be I can use it to print the files that I want printed. Thank you for the help. Lucy Lucy > And may I suggest you make sure you close down all > the running programs before you reinstall it. > I use enditall it made life easier?. > > Regards Arthur >

Yes, it is a great site (for OE users) and as you found it doesn't reference Outlook in anyway. This is mainly because they are two vastly different programs. There are many sites which offer help on using Outlook, either just generally, or more specifically on separate topics. Depending on your needs there are probably many features of Outlook you may never use, but it certainly can become an excellent "organizer" for you personally and your research. Here are some sites which offer tips and "how to's". They are in no particular order of preference: http://outlook-tips.net/index.html http://www.techtutorials.info/emoutlook.html http://go.cas.psu.edu/howto/HowToList.cfm?Cat=Outlook http://tutorials.beginners.co.uk/index/category/106 http://tinyurl.com/638ym http://techhelp.berlinwall.org/www/email/outlook/Default.asp http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/depts-vis/outlook_basics.html To protect your Outlook files there is an excellent program called Outback Plus. This is an essential step to do particularly if you have accumulated a lot of research messages. For Outlook Express users, this company also has a similar program available for you to: http://www.ajsystems.com/ You asked about messages you have deleted. Well, as with anything you delete on your computer all that happens is that Windows knows that the space occupied by that file can now be written over when needed. The actual file still exists but doesn't "show" on any listing. Whether it gets written over today, tomorrow or in a month's time you will never know. Even then experts using the right technique can still find the remnants of files "deleted" long ago. You have probably read news reports of that happening in criminal cases. Yes, Powermarks is great for organizing favourites/bookmarks. I have literally hundreds of genealogical ones saved as well as a couple of thousand others. No need to wade through folders or spend time organizing where a new one has to be saved - Powermarks doesn't need that. Anyone who wants to make life easier should be using Powermarks: http://www.kaylon.com/power.html Lance -----Original Message----- From: Marie Peer [mailto:peer@mindspring.com] Sent: Saturday, 14 August 2004 01:10 To: GEN-COMP-TIPS-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [Gen-Comp-Tips] INSIDEOE and INSIDEO I read the INSIDEOE site. Good stuff. Is there a similar site for Outlook? I tried the same address for just Outlook and didn't find anything. This is genealogically related since 95% of all email I send and receive (minus spam) is genealogically related to research or sharing information or learning about genealogy. I often move messages to folders within Outlook for reading when I have time particularly from Rootsweb lists and from the Legacy users list etc and I wonder if those I've deleted in Outlook are really not deleted but are taking up disc space and slowing down the program. I will keep looking through search engines but tomsterdam doesn't seem to have a section for Outlook. Sidenote: AND Thank you, Lance!! Mailwasher really HAS cut way down on spam. It did take awhile as you said, but wow!! How nice!! AND I don't know how I could live without PowerMarks!! I used to physically copy websites, transfer them into word files for categories such as Military, Obituaries, Vital Records, names of states with their archives or other related information, DAR sites, etc... and then enter a description. I could find things, but what a long painful convoluted way to store websites!! Power marks does in about 30 seconds what it used to take me about 15 minutes to do before!! Thank you again, Lance!! My research has moved into the 20th Century thanks to you and PowerMarks!!! Thank you so much for your help. Marie --- avast! Antivirus: Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 0433-3, 2004-08-13 Tested on: 14/08/2004 10:07:33 AM avast! - copyright (c) 2000-2004 ALWIL Software. http://www.avast.com

Thanks Bob, Jan ----- Original Message ----- From: "bob gillis" <rpgillis@bellatlantic.net> To: <GEN-COMP-TIPS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, August 14, 2004 1:30 AM Subject: Re: [Gen-Comp-Tips] Apology > No apology from you is necessary. You didn't cause a problem; those that > replied did in the eyes of the admin. > > I think all the messages on copying files in OE were just as much OT. > > bob gillis > > Jan Stapleton wrote: > > > > I am a little bit peeved that my post about "Smiley Central" has been picked out as an example of "off topic" postings.................What about the "Credit Card Safety" .thread that has been going around...what has THAT to do with Genealogy..................ok perhaps If the person purchased a cd of BDM's then it is relevant to this list..but only if it was a purchase of a Genealogy aid.....".DO we know if it was a Genealogy Aid."..........otherwise IT has nothing to do with this list .............................................This person is probably like me not familar with the internet.. and asked a question that was worring Them... > > > > The Smiley Central came to me through an email from a fellow researcher who suggested it was a fun way to send the emails..........so does this qualify as a Gene question...................................... > > > > AND I had read previous emails about Incredimail.......(this doesn't have anything to do with Genealogy either.) ......so I thought it was ok to post.the question to see if it was safe to use............... > > > > I apologize if I have caused a problem..........I was asking a question as a novice to computers but as a keen Genealogist...............to a list that I was told as a Genealogist.... they would be most helpful with all questions I had about the computer................and BECAUSE I was into the Family Tree.......this list was there for us beginners... > > > > I think I must have joined the wrong list............ BUT I thank you Art and Lance because of you I have learnt a lot about my computer...........MOST questions answered were not related to Genealogy.........but as others have said...........if we cant keep our computers safe......we will all loose interested in recording our History...... > > > > Jan > > > > I > > > > ==== GEN-COMP-TIPS Mailing List ==== > > DO NOT open unexpected file attachments from people, even if you know them. Verify with the sender first. This may be your only line of defence, other than AV Software, against mail "viruses" > > > > ============================== > > Gain access to over two billion names including the new Immigration > > Collection with an Ancestry.com free trial. Click to learn more. > > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=4930&sourceid=1237 > > > ==== GEN-COMP-TIPS Mailing List ==== > Cyndi's List of Genealogy Sites of the Internet: > http://www.cyndislist.com > > ============================== > Gain access to over two billion names including the new Immigration > Collection with an Ancestry.com free trial. Click to learn more. > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=4930&sourceid=1237 >

Thanks Art, for your information. I would only add that much of what works for each of us is what we are used to. I use a mac for my primary computer, so I have used Reunion for many years as my genealogy software. It is VERY simple to use. I have a PC that is also in my office that I use mostly to run Family Tree Maker for viewing CD's. But I installed the Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker and Generations Grand Suite several years ago to use on the PC when I traveled as the PC is a laptop. I found myself using Generations almost exclusively because it was the most like my REUNION. I thought that I would have an opinion on which program I liked best, but I found that I gave up on the Master Genealogist almost immediately when I had trouble importing all of my data. My data imported via gedcom very easily into the other two. But I use family tree maker almost exclusively for viewing CD's and I slipped back in to the comfort of a program that is what I am used to. Now I have to say that I am using my program only for research....not for publishing at this time. I may have another opinion some day when I want to share my research. dolphin213 wrote: > I forgot to mention on the previous post under this topic that I do > have more extensive write ups of the programs. They will be offered > to anyone that asks. > > Also, I'm sure that others will disagree with me about some of what I > have written. That is understandable. I do not wish to get into any > debates about the Pros and Cons of a program. What I have written is > only my opinion and is to be used only as a guide to help you select > the best program for you. > > > >

>on what research do you base that statement: "lots of people are switching"? Well I certainly am not a research expert but I do also monitor the Legacy list and there are messages on a regular bases saying the individual is new to Legacy having just switched from ----, a high number from FTM. The Legacy list has grown tremendously in the 6 - 7 years I have been on it. Walt Conner

Art, thank you for this information. I went in and read the information regarding the preparation for my XP, and had them scan my machine to see that I am set up for the automatic download, which I am, and then set my time of day that I am usually on the computer, so that it will be downloaded. Thanks again for all of your help, Lance and everyone else who is so knowledgeable. Janet ----- Original Message ----- From: "dolphin213" <dolphin213@cox.net> To: <GEN-COMP-TIPS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, August 14, 2004 3:09 AM Subject: [Gen-Comp-Tips] Genealogy and a healthy computer > > I think we can all agree that a clean, healthy, well performing computer is > a great aid to us in our genealogy research. > > In order to keep our computers in this state, Microsoft is about to issue a > large Service Pack for XP. You can read more about this and how to prepare > your computer at: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/default.mspx > > I have no connections to Microsoft other than being a user. > > Hope this is of some use. > > Art > > > ==== GEN-COMP-TIPS Mailing List ==== > DO NOT open unexpected file attachments from people, even if you know them. Verify with the sender first. This may be your only line of defence, other than AV Software, against mail "viruses" > > ============================== > Gain access to over two billion names including the new Immigration > Collection with an Ancestry.com free trial. Click to learn more. > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=4930&sourceid=1237 > > >

In view of the forthcoming release of Service Pack 2, can someone please help me with a problem I have downloading and installing Microsoft up-dates. I try to do this on a regular basis, and have automatic up-dates switched on, but I keep getting a message to tell me that 'this product is not windows logo tested' and so it won't proceed with installation. This results in most of up-dates failing. I have Windows XP, use AOL as my ISP and also have Norton Internet Security 2004 installed (which I have allowed to access microsoft.com). best wishes, GAY Gay J Oliver, Stalybridge, Cheshire,UK http://members.aol.com/victoroly/genealogy.htm http://members.aol.com/gayjoliver/Tameside.htm http://www.fhsc.org.uk/fhsc/dukinfield.htm

Thanks for the explanation Art. Charles From: dolphin213 <dolphin213@cox.net> Reply-To: GEN-COMP-TIPS-L@rootsweb.com To: GEN-COMP-TIPS-L@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [Gen-Comp-Tips] Firewall Date: Fri, 13 Aug 2004 00:34:56 -0700 Charles, >I have recently installed Zone Alarm as my firewall. It is very efficient >at letting me know that it has blocked access to my computer. > >A typical message is as follows. > >The firewall has blocked Internet Access to your computer (TCP Port 445) >from 213.78.60.143 (TCP Port 4097)(TCP Flags:S) 1st of 9 alerts. > >It would appear that there is a need, apart from a mischevious one, for the >access. > >Where can I find out what program, if any, does the Source IP address >relate to? What does TCP Flags: S mean? The IP address relates to where the connection was coming from or going to. A program (such as IE or others) would connect to this address. I did lookup the IP address and it is in London, England. The TCP Flags: S means the following: S : SYN - Synchronize; indicates request to start session You didn't say if the port it was trying to access was in incoming or outgoing request for the connection. I did a search for the port 445 and below is what I found. TCP Port 445 Common Use Microsoft-DS Service is used for resource sharing on Windows 2000, XP, 2003, and other samba based connections. This is the port that is used to connect file shares for example. Inbound Traffic Inbound scans are typically systems which are trying to connect to file shares that might be available on your system and hence these should be blocked. While most of this traffic is the result of worms or viruses which can use open file shares to propagate, they also can be the result of malicious users attempt to connect to your computer. Once connected they can download, upload or even delete or edit files on the connected file share. If you use open file shares (including sharing of printers, etc) on your local network (LAN), then you should be using a firewall such that your local file shares are not accessible from the internet. Connecting to open file shares is likely the easiest and most common hack on the internet and yet one of the most effective for malicious activities like identity theft or installing RATs (Remote Access Trojans) to take control of systems remotely for example. Lately TCP Port 445 has become the target of LSASS exploiting worms like Sasser and Korgo. Outbound Traffic Outbound scans if occurring in volume should be considered an indication of a possible worm infection on the source computer and should be investigated. If there are systems to which you remotely connect to, then those systems should be marked as trusted IPs so that future authorized events will be logged as normal traffic. Hope this is of some help? Art ==== GEN-COMP-TIPS Mailing List ==== DO NOT open unexpected file attachments from people, even if you know them. Verify with the sender first. This may be your only line of defence, other than AV Software, against mail "viruses" ============================== Gain access to over two billion names including the new Immigration Collection with an Ancestry.com free trial. Click to learn more. http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=4930&sourceid=1237 _________________________________________________________________ Want to block unwanted pop-ups? Download the free MSN Toolbar now! http://toolbar.msn.co.uk/

Gay, If you go to this Microsoft web site, there are steps to take to solve this error message. http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;822798&Product=winxp About 1/3 of the way down the page is the RESOLUTION section. Read what it says and follow the directions. If you need additional help, contact me off-list. Art >In view of the forthcoming release of Service Pack 2, can someone please >help me with a problem I have downloading and installing Microsoft up-dates. > >I try to do this on a regular basis, and have automatic up-dates switched >on, but I keep getting a message to tell me that 'this product is not >windows >logo tested' and so it won't proceed with installation. This results >in most >of up-dates failing. > >I have Windows XP, use AOL as my ISP and also have Norton Internet Security >2004 installed (which I have allowed to access microsoft.com). > >best wishes, >GAY > > >Gay J Oliver, Stalybridge, Cheshire,UK >http://members.aol.com/victoroly/genealogy.htm >http://members.aol.com/gayjoliver/Tameside.htm >http://www.fhsc.org.uk/fhsc/dukinfield.htm

I think we can all agree that a clean, healthy, well performing computer is a great aid to us in our genealogy research. In order to keep our computers in this state, Microsoft is about to issue a large Service Pack for XP. You can read more about this and how to prepare your computer at: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/default.mspx I have no connections to Microsoft other than being a user. Hope this is of some use. Art

(Has anyone had a problem when they go to use the Rootsweb databases, and even though I have a pop up blocker, there is one that sneaks through and is annoying.  It is evidently a cartoon related version of a dual between Kerry and Bush? Just wondering if I am the only one having this problem. Thank you, Nancy O.) What pop-up blocker are you using that allows this to happen? Art Hi Art, I am only using the one supplied to us by AOL. It normally works great, but this one nasty comes up every so often. Thanks, Nancy O.

I am a little bit peeved that my post about "Smiley Central" has been picked out as an example of "off topic" postings.................What about the "Credit Card Safety" .thread that has been going around...what has THAT has that to do with Genealogy..................ok perhaps If the person purchased a cd of BDM's then it is relevant to this list..but only if it was a purchase of a Genealogy aid.....".DO we know if it was a Genealogy Aid."..........otherwise IT has nothing to do with this list ............................................. The Smiley Central came to me through an email from a fellow researcher who suggested it was a fun way to send the emails..........so does this qualify as a Gene question...................................... AND I had read previous emails about Incredimail.......(this doesn't have anything to do with Genealogy either.) ......so I thought it was ok to post.the question to see if it was safe to use............... I apologize if I have caused a problem..........I was asking a question as a novice to computers but as a keen Genealogist...............to a list that I was told as a Genealogist.... they would be most helpful with all questions I had about the computer................and BECAUSE I was into the Family Tree.......this list was there for us beginners... I think I must have joined the wrong list............ BUT I thank you Art and Lance because of you I have learnt a lot about my computer...........MOST questions answered were not related to Genealogy.........but as others have said...........if we cant keep our computers safe......we will all loose interested in recording our History...... Jan I

I am a little bit peeved that my post about "Smiley Central" has been picked out as an example of "off topic" postings.................What about the "Credit Card Safety" .thread that has been going around...what has THAT to do with Genealogy..................ok perhaps If the person purchased a cd of BDM's then it is relevant to this list..but only if it was a purchase of a Genealogy aid.....".DO we know if it was a Genealogy Aid."..........otherwise IT has nothing to do with this list .............................................This person is probably like me not familar with the internet.. and asked a question that was worring Them... The Smiley Central came to me through an email from a fellow researcher who suggested it was a fun way to send the emails..........so does this qualify as a Gene question...................................... AND I had read previous emails about Incredimail.......(this doesn't have anything to do with Genealogy either.) ......so I thought it was ok to post.the question to see if it was safe to use............... I apologize if I have caused a problem..........I was asking a question as a novice to computers but as a keen Genealogist...............to a list that I was told as a Genealogist.... they would be most helpful with all questions I had about the computer................and BECAUSE I was into the Family Tree.......this list was there for us beginners... I think I must have joined the wrong list............ BUT I thank you Art and Lance because of you I have learnt a lot about my computer...........MOST questions answered were not related to Genealogy.........but as others have said...........if we cant keep our computers safe......we will all loose interested in recording our History...... Jan I

Nancy, You might want to try this one in addition to the one supplied by AOL. It's free and does a very good job at blocking. Plus it can easily be turned off if you want to see the ones that it is blocking (which I seem to have to do often!). http://www.panicware.com/product_psfree.html Hope this helps? Art At 08:37 PM 8/13/2004, you wrote: >(Has anyone had a problem when they go to use the Rootsweb databases, and >even though I have a pop up blocker, there is one that sneaks through and is >annoying. It is evidently a cartoon related version of a dual between >Kerry and >Bush? Just wondering if I am the only one having this problem. > >Thank you, > >Nancy O.) > >What pop-up blocker are you using that allows this to happen? > >Art > >Hi Art, > >I am only using the one supplied to us by AOL. It normally works great, but >this one nasty comes up every so often. > >Thanks, > >Nancy O.

Very nice, Art. Thanks so much. I've printed it out to store in my big fat genealogy book, and of course stored it in a genealogy Documents folder . Maureen ----- Original Message ----- From: "dolphin213" <dolphin213@cox.net> To: <GEN-COMP-TIPS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Friday, August 13, 2004 7:51 PM Subject: Re: [Gen-Comp-Tips] Computer Genealogy Programs Since it has been requested, here are my reviews of different genealogy programs. The listing is NOT all inclusive of every program available. It is only a sample of those that I use or have tested recently. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Please note that I do NOT have any connections to any of these programs in any way, shape or form other than a user. ========================================= ========================================= Family Tree Maker 11 Guide Rating - 3 1/2 Stars out of 5 NOTE: There is a new version called Family Tree Maker 2005 due out around 15 August 2004 The Bottom Line The ease of use and publishing features make it ideal for novice researchers who want an easy way to enter family data without dealing with much of the details of genealogy research. It is also arguably the best to quickly and easily create nice looking family charts, trees and family history books. Skip the deluxe version with the extras. Pros Very good publishing features Wide variety of trees, charts, and other printouts 30-day money-back guarantee Cons No download available No pedigree view for easy navigation GEDCOM import may drop data from unrecognized tags Doesn't output to HTML - Can only publish pages on FTM's Web site (read the agreement carefully before posting!) ======================================= Legacy Family Tree 5.0 Guide Rating - 4 Stars out of 5 The Bottom Line An intuitive interface, powerful collaboration features, and multiple views make it one of the best programs on the market, not even considering the fact that the Standard Version is free. The Deluxe Version, available for $19.95 download, offers a number of additional features found in many programs costing twice as much. Simple yet powerful and flexible. Pros Standard version is a FREE download Powerful merge features & split-screen views Frequent updates & added new features Cons No printed user manual Requires add-on program for fancy charts Can't customize source citation templates Has had 4 updates in recent days =============================== Personal Ancestral File 5.2 Guide Rating - 3 1/2 Stars out of 5 NOTE: There will be NO new versions or updates to this program. However support will still be offered. The Bottom Line One of the oldest and most popular genealogy software programs available, is available for free download. Powerful and full-featured, it is also very user-friendly, making it perfect for novices. If you want fancy charts, you'll have to pay for the add-on program, PAF Companion ($13.50). And if your primary goal is publishing a family Web site or book, there are better options. Pros Very intuitive and easy to use Customizable data entry templates Available for FREE download Cons Full range of charts and reports only available with add-on, PAF Companion Only basic multimedia capabilities Publishing options are limited ======================= RootsMagic 2.0 Guide Rating - 5 Stars out of 5 The Bottom Line If you're looking for genealogy software that's easy enough to use without the manual, yet full-featured enough to satisfy a professional genealogist, then you should definitely check out RootsMagic. From beautiful charts and flexible book publishing, to easy data entry and advanced sourcing, it offers features for all levels of genealogy researchers. Pros Simple, intuitive interface View and copy between multiple databases Customizable interface, fact types, reports and charts Cons Does not allow direct import - GEDCOM only Charts aren't very pretty in their default format (you can customize to get beautiful ones though) Only available for Windows ======================== The Master Genealogist 5.0 Guide Rating - 4 1/2 Stars out of 5 The Bottom Line If you like to track and record every last detail and your genealogy research is closing in on obsession, The Master Genealogist is the program of your dreams. While not the best choice for people who want something simple or don't like to read user manuals, it is a powerful, flexible and comprehensive program. Pros Flexible, customizable interface Imports data directly (without GEDCOM) from some other popular genealogy programs Outstanding source documentation options Cons Less intuitive than some genealogy software programs Steep learning curve due to the program's complexity Expensive compared to similar programs ========================== GenBox 3.2 Guide Rating - ? Stars out of 5 The Bottom Line I really haven't experimented much with this program as yet. Comments are only from initial testing. Pros Outstanding reports and charts Cons Less intuitive than others Steep learning curve Expensive ==================== Heredis Standard 7.2.1 Guide Rating - ? Stars out of 5 The Bottom Line This is another program that I have not used much. Comments are only from initial testing. Pros Unique 3D view of family charts Still does Tiny Tafel's Free download of standard version Cons No built in viewer for reports (opens word processor which makes it slower than other programs) Addition of Facts for individuals seems hidden Emphasis seems to be on media files not data ========================== ==== GEN-COMP-TIPS Mailing List ==== To unsubscribe from this list send a message to GEN-COMP-TIPS-L-REQUEST@ROOTSWEB.COM with the word UNSUBSCRIBE in the body of the message. ============================== Gain access to over two billion names including the new Immigration Collection with an Ancestry.com free trial. Click to learn more. http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=4930&sourceid=1237

Must be, lots of people are switching. Walt Conner > I use the Family Tree Maker and am happy with it. > Would it be compatible with Legacy?

Art See I knew we needed you. I also use Zone alarm. I am trying to learn to record music so I paid to download music but they wanted me to drop my fire wall being the novice that I am I would not do it. I also received these TCP reports thanks for explaining them Pat ----- Original Message ----- From: "dolphin213" <dolphin213@cox.net> To: <GEN-COMP-TIPS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Friday, August 13, 2004 3:34 AM Subject: Re: [Gen-Comp-Tips] Firewall > > Charles, > > >I have recently installed Zone Alarm as my firewall. It is very efficient > >at letting me know that it has blocked access to my computer. > > > >A typical message is as follows. > > > >The firewall has blocked Internet Access to your computer (TCP Port 445) > >from 213.78.60.143 (TCP Port 4097)(TCP Flags:S) 1st of 9 alerts. > > > >It would appear that there is a need, apart from a mischevious one, for > >the access. > > > >Where can I find out what program, if any, does the Source IP address > >relate to? What does TCP Flags: S mean? > > The IP address relates to where the connection was coming from or going > to. A program (such as IE or others) would connect to this address. I did > lookup the IP address and it is in London, England. > > The TCP Flags: S means the following: S : SYN - Synchronize; indicates > request to start session > > You didn't say if the port it was trying to access was in incoming or > outgoing request for the connection. I did a search for the port 445 and > below is what I found. > > TCP Port 445 > Common Use > Microsoft-DS Service is used for resource sharing on Windows 2000, XP, > 2003, and other samba based connections. This is the port that is used to > connect file shares for example. > > Inbound Traffic > Inbound scans are typically systems which are trying to connect to file > shares that might be available on your system and hence these should be > blocked. While most of this traffic is the result of worms or viruses > which can use open file shares to propagate, they also can be the result of > malicious users attempt to connect to your computer. Once connected they > can download, upload or even delete or edit files on the connected file > share. If you use open file shares (including sharing of printers, etc) on > your local network (LAN), then you should be using a firewall such that > your local file shares are not accessible from the internet. Connecting to > open file shares is likely the easiest and most common hack on the internet > and yet one of the most effective for malicious activities like identity > theft or installing RATs (Remote Access Trojans) to take control of systems > remotely for example. > > Lately TCP Port 445 has become the target of LSASS exploiting worms like > Sasser and Korgo. > > Outbound Traffic > Outbound scans if occurring in volume should be considered an indication of > a possible worm infection on the source computer and should be > investigated. If there are systems to which you remotely connect to, then > those systems should be marked as trusted IPs so that future authorized > events will be logged as normal traffic. > > Hope this is of some help? > > Art > > > > ==== GEN-COMP-TIPS Mailing List ==== > DO NOT open unexpected file attachments from people, even if you know them. Verify with the sender first. This may be your only line of defence, other than AV Software, against mail "viruses" > > ============================== > Gain access to over two billion names including the new Immigration > Collection with an Ancestry.com free trial. Click to learn more. > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=4930&sourceid=1237 > >

Very many thanks, Lance (and others). All is now well after five days when there was a complete block and NO e-mails could be received, but it cleared itself Anthony. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Lance" <hty31b5@hotmail.com> To: <GEN-COMP-TIPS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Tuesday, August 10, 2004 12:48 PM Subject: RE: [Gen-Comp-Tips] unwanted mail > Anthony, the messages you are receiving are the result of someone else's > computer being infected with a virus. Your address was obviously on the > address book in that computer. The messages are "spoofing" your address > for want of a better word and it is nothing you have done. The only way > it will cease is when the infected computer is cleansed of the virus. > The best thing to do is just delete them and ignore them. Better still, > set up a rule in your mail program to delete them on arrival then you > won't have to worry about them. Mailwasher PRO would help in that > regard, by the way as it would delete them BEFORE you download them: > http://entier.ecosm.com/system/redir.php?ad=15&aid=2359 > > Lance > > -----Original Message----- > From: Anthony Windrum [mailto:anthony@awindrum.freeserve.co.uk] > Sent: Tuesday, 10 August 2004 17:12 > To: GEN-COMP-TIPS-L@rootsweb.com > Subject: [Gen-Comp-Tips] unwanted mail > > > > ============================== >

Hi The actual format is .jpg. However, these files do not have.jpg extensions -- they have numerical extensions which is why ACDSee 6.0 does not read them. It was interesting that you should suggest trying Internet Explorer. I immediately thought "did I spend this money for nothing?" But no, IE wants me to identify the program I want it to use to open the files which, of course, would take us right back to ACDSee! Lucy. > Hello Lucy , Tell us please , What is the format of these Picture files > JPEG TIFF PCX BMP < ETC > , If you have WIN 98se , You should have a > built in Graphic editor , Look for " Imagining " in Programs > Accessories > , OR try opening them with Internet Explorer > Believe it Or not IE will Open just about Any file you have !!!! , Phil > >