Re: RE: manuals available on cd rom

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Just an FYI, there have been some serious security/privacy concerns with
that software as well.

Alex Harris wrote:
>
> I checked out this site, and when you go there it automatically tries to
> download a utility called "Comet Cursors" which gives you cute little
> cursors to replace the standard arrow.
>
> I think this is a very poor programming tactic and I let them know about it.
> You absolutely should not try to load stuff to users systems without them
> specifically requesting it.
>
> Seems like a lapse in judgement to me in terms of 'net protocol. Don't know
> if you all feel the same, but I wanted to let you know.
>
> Thanks,
>
> - Alex/StL
>
> > Well, here's
> > something else- Mopar repair manuals on cd-rom.
> >
> > http://MOPARMANUALS.HOMESTEAD.COM/
> >
> > Patrick

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