Happenings Around the Shop

Recently we have been getting reports from other ISPs that someone has been sending SPAM from our network. Most likely this is being caused by an infected machine without the knowledge of its owner. However if we do not stop this unwanted SPAM we could be blacklisted from certain parts of the internet or loose our internet connection all together.

In order to stop outgoing SPAM we have instituted new firewall rules to block ALL outgoing e-mail unless that mail is going to an approved e-mail server.

If you are using “web-based” e-mail (like yahoo and hotmail) this will not affect you at all. If you are using Outlook Express, Outlook, or another e-mail client AND use ACS, SPITwSPOTS, Bluehost, or Gmail. You will also not notice any change. However if you are using a mail client and are currently using another e-mail provider your e-mails will not be able to be sent. You will need to call me at 399-3379 or leave a message at 299-4052 so that we can add your provider to the list of approved networks.

I apologize for this inconvenience but we must all to our part to stop the worldwide epidemic of spam. (and we need to protect the SPITwSPOTS Network so that we can continue to provide quality internet services)

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