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    Beware – If you have received an e-mail similar to the following ….. DO NOT follow the linky and download the update as this will instal malware onto your computer and cause it damage etc.

    Mocrosoft NEVER sends updates by e-mail.

    BTW I have deliberately buggererd up the link to prevent any ”accidents” !!!!

    Update for Microsoft Outlook / Outlook Express (KB910721)
    Brief Description
    Microsoft has released an update for Microsoft Outlook / Outlook Express. This update is critical and provides you with the latest version of the Microsoft Outlook / Outlook Express and offers the highest levels of stability and security.
    Instructions
    To install Update for Microsoft Outlook / Outlook Express (KB910721) please visit Microsoft Update Center:

    ( Deliberately corrupted e-mail address: htt p :/ /up date.mic rosoft.com/microsoft officeupdate/isa pdl/default.aspx?ln=en-us&i etc etc etc)

    Quick Details
    File Name: officexp-KB910721-FullFile-ENU.exe
    Version: 1.4
    Date Published: Fri, 26 Jun 2009 23:05:43 +0200
    Language: English
    File Size: 81 KB
    System Requirements
    Supported Operating Systems: Windows 2000; Windows 98; Windows ME; Windows NT; Windows Server 2003; Windows XP; Windows Vista
    This update applies to the following product: Microsoft Outlook / Outlook Express

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