[realapp]

Not for sure if this is the right forum. If not, please let me know where I might post it. I have a question about software to get rid of unwanted emails. Right now I have NOrton Anitvirus and my sister suggested Norton Internet Security. I just wanted some opinions on these or if there is something better out there! Thanks!!

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Are you talking about unwanted advertsing email (Spam)? If so, what program are you using to read your email, and how much do you regularly receive?

[admin]

Are you talking about unwanted advertsing email (Spam)? If so, what program are you using to read your email, and how much do you regularly receive?

[realapp]

Yes, I'm talking about SPAM. Right now I use Outlook Express.Thanks!

[realapp]

I get about 14-18 per day.

[admin]

I would first check if your ISP offers any spam blocking options. Many do, some are free, some for a small charge (ISP's don't like SPAM either, it costs them money). If they don't, I really like Cloudmark's Spamnet. There are free beta versions still available for Outlook, but for Outlook Express you need to subscribe at $3.99/month (first month free). I've used the free beta version, and it really works nice.

I've also read some good things about Qurb ($29.95), but I haven't tried it (here's a PC Magazine article). I have tried the McAfee's Spam Blocker, not impressed.

Maybe we'll get some feedback from other members on their recommendations.

A more drastic solution is to change your email address. Only give your new email address to trusted contacts. Sign up for a free email account (i.e. hotmail, yahoo, etc), and use this free email address whenever you submit your email address online.