Internetworkers: http://www.ibiblio.org/internetworkers/

[machett AT ibiblio.org]

Do an internet search for Avtech Direct.  The first page of results should
be the same for every link -- an archived version of the spam attached
below.

Anyone else seen this?

...ah, the answer must be "yes", because I just found this person's
procmailrc file, which lists Avtech:
http://candle.pha.pa.us/main/writings/spam/procmailrc

The host for the reply address -- www.selu.com.ar -- is either a lingerie
or porn shop, in Spanish.  I called the 800 number just for kicks. 
Granted, it's after 10:30pm, but all I got was a voicemail message telling
me to leave my phone number so a "customer service rep" could call me
back.  Uh-huh...

Ya know ... word is there are only 200 major spammers on the planet. 
Gives me a great new idea for a flash mob, an international flash mob
(although I believe most of it would occur here in the US of A).  With
just a little coordination, why! I'll bet we could whack all 200 of 'em in
a single weekend...  Hey! we could even combine the flash mob event with
the INW Guns-n-Ammo Day!!  Who's with me?

-Alan

---------------------------- Original Message ----------------------------
Subject: Attention All  Staff and Personnel:
From:    "Admin" <Personnel AT selu.com.ar>
Date:    Mon, December 29, 2003 6:01 am
To:      d-farley AT ibiblio.org
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Attention All Staff, Personnel, and Students:

You must respond by 5 P.M. Tuesday, December 30, 2003

Avtech Direct a leading computer manufacturer is offering a
limited allotment of BRAND NEW, top of-the-line, name-brand
laptop computers at 50% off MSRP to all Who respond to this
message before: 5 P.M. Tuesday, December 30, 2003


All laptops are brand-new packed in their original boxes and
come with a full manufacturer's warranty plus a
100% satisfaction guarantee.

These professional grade laptops are lightweight and fully
equipped with the next generation WiFi technology, making these
the very best performing computers that money can buy.

Avtech Direct is offering these feature rich, top performing laptops with
the latest Wireless technology at an amazing price
to all Teachers, Students, Faculty and Staff who call:

     1-800-318-1388 by 5 P.M. Tuesday, December 30, 2003

Laptop AT-1000S Series- Sleek, Slim and Wireless Ready

   * 1 Giga Pro Transmeta Crusoe CPU for incredible power
   * 128 MB SD RAM, Upgradeable to 256
   * 20 GB Hard Drive upgradeable to 30 GB
   * CD-Rom Drive upgradeable to  DVD/CDRW
   * WiFi Next Generation Wireless Technology for total freedom
   * 14.1 XGA TFT Ultra Sharp Liquid Display
   * Premium Sound and Video
   * Total Connectivity 56k v90 fax modem, 10/100 T-base LAN Net Card  *
1394 Fire wire and USB 2.0 Ports
   * Soft Touch Keyboard
   * Internet and Network Ready
   * Extra Long Life Battery Pack
   * 1 Year parts and labor warranty with
   * Priority customer service and tech support

MSRP $1299 ......................................... Your Cost $647


Laptop AT-2000 Series Plenty of Power and Wireless Ready

     * 2.0 Intel Processor for outstanding  speed and performance
     * 256 MB SD RAM, Upgradeable to 512 MB
     *  CD Rewriteable and DVD Combo Drive
     * 20 GB Hard Drive upgradeable to 40 GB
     * WiFi Ready-Next Generation Wireless Technology for total freedom *
15.1 XGA TFT Ultra Sharp Liquid Display
     * Premium Sound and Video
     * Total Connectivity 56k v90 fax modem, 10/100 T-base LAN Net Card *
1394 Fire wire and USB 2.0 Ports
     * Soft Touch Keyboard
     * Internet and Network Ready
     * Long Life Battery Pack
     * 1 Year parts and labor warranty with
     * Priority customer service and tech support

MSRP $1999 ......................................... Your Cost $947

How to qualify:

   1. You must be a Student or Staff Member.
   2. All laptop computers will be available on a
      first come first serve basis.
   3. You must call 1-800-318-1388 by 5 P.M. Tuesday, December 30, 2003
      and we will hold the laptops you request on will call.
   4. You are not obligated in any way.
   5. All computers are 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed


Avtech Direct 1-800-318-1388 by 5 P.M. Tuesday, December 30, 2003

Special bonus offer for the first 10 customers who purchase by Thursday.