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To: puborectalis who wrote (21327)	1/5/1999 11:37:00 PM
From: KZAP	Respond to of 120523

FWIW............ <<<<New Web Virus Can Steal, Destroy Computer Files By the InternetNews.com Staff [January 5, 1999] A virus is reportedly making its way across the Web that uses Microsoft's Excel spreadsheet software to secretly steal or destroy data on computers. According to published reports, the security flaw exploits Excel's ability to divide Web functions into frames. A hacker can use the flaw to plant malicious code that can be downloaded to computers when an infected Web site is accessed. The code can be used to transit or erase spreadsheet files, word-processing documents or other data. Although Excel must be present on a computer's hard drive before the virus can act, it does not need to be running for it to start. Finjan Inc., an Israeli computer security firm, is reportedly working on a fix to the problem, which is said to have been first discovered in Russia. Microsoft Tuesday downplayed the reports, saying it sent out bulletins last month to warn that the Excel feature could be manipulated to distribute dangerous code. The company said it has already released its own patch that repairs the problem. A Microsoft spokesman said the company has yet to receive any customer inquiries about the flaw. >>>> Happy investing! KZAP

To: puborectalis who wrote (21327)	1/5/1999 11:49:00 PM
From: blackmerlin	Respond to of 120523

TRAC on track and moving up: "Track Data Signs Deal to Provide Its myTrack Service to Investor/RT Customers NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 5, 1999--Track Data Corporation announced today it signed an agreement to provide its myTrack Internet-based quote service to users of Investor/RT daytrading software from Linn Software, Inc. myTrack will provide delayed or real time quotes on stocks, indices, futures and options as well as unlimited end-of-day and historical data. Investor/RT provides advanced charting, technical analysis, market monitoring, screening and portfolio management capabilities for active investors and daytraders using the myTrack service. Investor/RT operates on Windows/95, Windows/98, Windows/NT, and Power Macintosh platforms. Barry Hertz, Chairman of Track Data, said, ''This is the first step in our goal to establish strategic alliances with vendors utilizing myTrack's open protocol market information ticker.'' Dr. William E. Linn, President of Linn Software, said, ''We are pleased to be the first software vendor to incorporate myTrack's open protocol. This alliance provides significant benefits to both parties. The growing base of myTrack customers will have access to Investor/RT's advanced market analysis capabilities. This agreement also extends the reach of the myTrack Internet-based service to the Macintosh platform for the first time.'' Track Data (Nasdaq-NMS: TRAC - news) provides real-time financial market data, fundamental research, charting, and analytical services to institutional and individual investors through dedicated telecommunication lines and the Internet. It also disseminates news and third party database information from more than 100 sources worldwide. The Company's main products include MarkeTrack, MarkeTrack98, Track OnLine, Dial/Data, NewsWatch, NewsWeb, myTrack and ProTrack. Track Data's AIQ Systems division offers expert systems software, including artificial intelligence products for market timing and stock selection. Additional information may be obtained by contacting Cindy Belmore, Investor Relations, at 718/522-7373 or by e-mail: cindy_belmore@tdc.com or by visiting Track Data's web site at tdc.com. Linn Software, Inc., based in Atlanta, Georgia, is a privately held financial software company. Since its inception in 1989, the company has specialized in real-time market monitoring software products. For more information, contact Eric Hynniman at 404/733-5733 or e-mail info@linnsoft.com. Investor/RT demonstration software may be downloaded free-of-charge from the Linn Software web site at linnsoft.com." Regards, Jake Blackmerlin

To: puborectalis who wrote (21327)	1/6/1999 12:01:00 AM
From: blackmerlin	Respond to of 120523

ABOV initiated as buy: Hi Stephen. I agree, IFMX is hot, beat earnings expectations last quarter, and has a great future. I did well on IFMX in the past. However, I am waiting for a re-entry point a little lower than today's IFMX close, if I can get it, and IFMX will be a long term keeper. Meanwhile, how about ABOV. ABOV coverage initiated by CIBC Openheimer as a BUY. Holding ABOV, GEEK, TRAC, and SHRP: When positive coverage is initiated on GEEK, it will also peek. TRAC was up, setback, will pick up the slack, and will comeback. SHRP-When December 22 through January 8 Holiday Internet Sales are announced. SHRP will bop and hit a top. Sailing now, and flying soon. Regards, Jake Blackmerlin