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Unread 03-22-2013, 08:07 AM   #12
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Originally Posted by Eric Eis View Post
Ok, so it use to be called that, so where did they come up with the name "spam" ? Just trying to understand the "techies" mind... I know it's probably imposible to understand how your guys minds work....!
Here is the history of "spam" (http://www.thocp.net/reference/internet/spam.htm ) if you are really interested But, be aware that if you are not a techie, you may no get much out of this. In quick summary, nobody knows for sure where or why "spam" originated with regard to email.
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