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Is yahoo messenger safe to used?

Discussion in 'Yahoo' started by ShaguM0w56, Feb 4, 2010.

  1. lcwadminbj

    lcwadminbj Peon

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    #141
    What exactly does the operating system i use have to do with anything.
    I will not have yahoo on ANY computer I own period.

    Try reading what I posted and you will know "How come"

     
    lcwadminbj, May 5, 2010 IP
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    mrpaisa Guest

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    #142
    Yahoo messenger is one of the most popular internet chat client. Since it also work with MSN it can be the only messaging chat that you ever need. If you are a parent use a control tool to monitor your children online activities.
     
    mrpaisa, May 6, 2010 IP
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    sendmemessage Guest

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    #143
    I have used Yahoo Messenger since a ling time, but till i do not have any time of complain as far as authenticity & secrecy is concerned. So i can conclude the fact that Yahoo will provide you best messaging & chat opportunities than any other search engine.
     
    sendmemessage, May 7, 2010 IP
  4. jamdung

    jamdung Guest

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    #144
    yahoo is pretty safe
     
    jamdung, May 8, 2010 IP
  5. app789

    app789 Peon

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    #145
    Its just only a chat plate form, use it only for chatting not to other purposes, well you can't do so actually.
    On shared computers avoid to use it or of course on cyber cafes. I think it is safe only on your personal PC. what you think?
     
    app789, May 11, 2010 IP
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    williammfelix Peon

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    #146
    Using YM as added value service is great.

    Yes there is still a posibility someone abuse it. 3 Years ago I still remember Acai Berry virus, that infecting and keep buzzing my YM to click that link. The sentences even look natural.

    Now the latest irritation, there is still the same virus but different message. Told me to check the pictures and he give me the link that I will not click.

    That's why depend for your use. If it is for personal use, I could say it is very save and handy

    As for business it is still ok since it have archiving version and it's the easy way to communicate with your customer without installin asp chat engine.

    Wish you the best and good luck.

    PS: My review... YM is safe if you know how to use it. :D
     
    williammfelix, May 11, 2010 IP
  7. tks

    tks Well-Known Member

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    #147
    I personally know for number of years(since2002), Yahoo Messenger is used by several business organizations as their online support system. The tool could save message history with time and date (saved locally in your computer).

    Giving security to the user account information and not sending any critical information, it is safe to use.
     
    tks, May 12, 2010 IP
  8. earnincome

    earnincome Peon

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    #148
    Yes, it is safe. But it really depends how you use. If you have virus on your computer, you can get all your information to the hacker easily. So Make your computer safe before thinking of yahoo messenger safe.
     
    earnincome, May 12, 2010 IP
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    GekiDan Active Member

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    #149
    Having an anti-virus software helps alot.
     
    GekiDan, May 13, 2010 IP
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    bigcashtactics Greenhorn

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    Here're some basic safety tips for instant messaging :
    -Choose an non identifiable, non gender specific screen name (and keep it clean!)
    -Never give out any personal information whilst using IM. That means your real name, telephone or cell phone number, mailing address, passwords, banking details etc.
    -Never accept files or downloads from people you don't know or from people you do know, if you weren‘t expecting them. This includes URLs.
    -Never arrange to meet someone offline that you only know through IM conversations.
    -Make sure you know how to save copies of your IM conversations.
    -Remember your Netiquette and be nice! Don’t send mean IM messages or incite others to do so.
     
    bigcashtactics, May 21, 2010 IP
  11. Joe123

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    #151
    It's still depend on the user. Yahoo Messenger is safe if you know how to keep your details private. Learn not to share your password to anyone. My cousin had a bad experience about this issue so dare not to try it too.
     
    Joe123, May 21, 2010 IP
  12. GekiDan

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    Pretty good information you got here. :D
    This should be followed by everyone else.
     
    GekiDan, May 23, 2010 IP
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    Serious Workers Well-Known Member

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    #153
    Yahoo Messenger is totally safe and I don't find any problem in using it.
     
    Serious Workers, May 23, 2010 IP
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    #154
    i am using yahoo messenger and never have any problem but dont add unknown persons or click on un known file and also use strong anti virus programs on your computer.
     
    iwillguide, May 23, 2010 IP
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    #155
    as long as a application uses internet connection, it's not safe.
     
    adriani, Jun 7, 2010 IP
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    LONDONGIRL Peon

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    #156
    i agree !!!!!!!safe for what???? it's funny!!!
     
    LONDONGIRL, Jun 7, 2010 IP
  17. GekiDan

    GekiDan Active Member

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    #157
    As long as you are not protected, you are not safe.
     
    GekiDan, Jun 8, 2010 IP
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    #158
    safe or not depends on how to use
     
    trustedfire9, Jun 13, 2010 IP
  19. GekiDan

    GekiDan Active Member

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    Very true. It depends on how you will use it.
     
    GekiDan, Jun 18, 2010 IP
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    #160
    Yes yahoo messenger is safe.Until you dont share your account details.Its difficult to hack yahoo account.Compare to this gmail can easily be hacked.
     
    rexallen, Jun 21, 2010 IP