IT Queries: Computer problems answered

We are receiving smutty emails from unknown sources. We have installed the optus spam filter, however we are getting emails send to our email address.
We are concerned that these emails may have a virus, we have been deleting from system upon reciept and we would like to know how to stop them. Do we need to obtain a new email address to stop this.

You are right to be concerned, but there is little you can do about it. Even if you change your email address, there is a reasonable chance the spammers will find it one way or another.

We’d suggest contacting Optus to see what they can do about tightening their spam filter. At your end you can install a further spam filter on your computer and setup email rules in your mail program to filter out mail not specifically addressed to you.

Unfortunately, spam is hazard for most computer users and once you are on the spammers lists it can be very difficult to get away from them.

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