1. Don't use the web interface newsgroup website.
Using a NNTP Newsreader
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/community/nntpnews.mspx
How to set up Microsoft Outlook Express Newsreader
http://www.my-binaries.com/newsreaders-OutlookExpress-instructions.asp
2. Install a good antivirus program that will scan your email for viruses.
Check out http://www.symantec.com/nav/nav_9xnt/features.html
3. How to Trim the "Spam" from Your E-Mail Diet
http://www.microsoft.com/security/articles/spam.asp

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
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