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MySpace.com - User shares testomonial on security risks

While probably most of the areas of Myspace.com are probably safe, this site is one of the most popular and highly visited sites on the Internet.  A site that is highly popular will attract cyber-crooks and malware writers.  As this individual shares, it's important to recognize security risks at Internet sites you might visit and ensure you are up-to-date on protection and have the best security settings for Windows and your browser.  Most importantly, avoid the risk where you can.  There are no free lunches on the Internet as traps are planted everywhere to temp folks into opening URLs or files that could contain malware.   

QUOTE: im sorry to bug you with this info, but its major. on myspace.com, they have a download so adults may see some adult type of profiles on there. this download however is infected with trojans and virus', i downloaded and installed the program without knowledge of the hazards. my computer was then infected with a trojan and a program that opens your computers ports without you knowing, please research this issue, and inform people about this problem with myspace.com.  sincerely,