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« on: January 20, 2011, 01:16:29 AM »
I'm new to the whole sweeping and found some things in my spam folder. i cannot tell which is real and which is fake?  cry


To: melssweepstakes@yahoo.com

Re: JetBlue Airline Tickets.     
     
Dear melssweepstakes@yahoo.com,

This is NOT a mistake. You have a chance to claim $500.00 JetBlue Airline Tickets. You could be on the flight as soon as next month. Proceed here:  http://33331781.click-it-2-get-it.com/c.php?aid=93&lid=6189444

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This message is for melssweepstakes@yahoo.com.
Congratulations!  You have won the new Dell Studio!  Please verify your information to expedite speedy delivery.
http://151723346.free-credit-links.com/c.php?aid=42&lid=8180646464


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melssweepstakes@yahoo.com,
Thank you! We think you will be pleased with your new 4G!
Pending Tracking [A65471-65891-1355Tghh]

View your status here.

Congratulations!
Tanya Martin



Thank You!
Daniel Scott




I can't tell if it's real or not


I'm so confused i get excited but I'm scared to click on anything thinking I will get a virus on my new computer. Can anyone help?







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« Reply #1 on: January 20, 2011, 01:52:59 AM »
Real prize notifications do not address them to "______________@yahoo.com".  They use your real name.  They also don't have you click on some link going to some obscure webpage.

Prize notifications request you reply directly to the email or fill out an attachment to mail, fax, or email in.  They also supply you with the person's name of whom is contacting you and their direct contact information including the company name.

The subject line will also have an appropriate heading.
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« Reply #2 on: January 20, 2011, 02:09:50 AM »
  headbang lidarkside is totally correct and her advise on spotting a real winning email is right on.  It really is difficult starting out sorting thru some of these, but never hesitate to ask before sending out your information. Someone is almost always available to help you. Best of luck to you in getting a real winning message! 
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« Reply #3 on: January 20, 2011, 03:06:52 AM »
Quote from: pmeek on January 20, 2011, 02:09:50 AM
  headbang lidarkside is totally correct and her advise on spotting a real winning email is right on.  It really is difficult starting out sorting thru some of these, but never hesitate to ask before sending out your information. Someone is almost always available to help you. Best of luck to you in getting a real winning message! 

Thanks everyone I will watch what I click on hopefully I win something!
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