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An Internet Flower for You

By Mary Landesman, About.com

Description: This hoax claims that Intel is warning of a supposedly destructive email named An Internet Flower for You.
Example of hoax email:

For your info:

New Virus found!!

Intel announced that a new and very destructive virus was discovered recently. If you receive an email called "An Internet Flower For You," do not open it. Delete it right away! This virus removes all dynamic link libraries (.dll files) from your computer. Your computer will not be able to boot up.

SEND THIS TO EVERYONE ON YOUR CONTACT LIST!!

Remember:
Hoaxes are a waste of both time and money. Please don't forward them on to others. And if you are tempted to forward something just in case, read the article Toxic Excuses instead.

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