Phished

I just booted up my computer and received a pop up from Norton concerning an "Immediate" need to update my software. I followed all the links as obediently as sheep do. Took me to a registration screen where I entered a screen name, my e mail, had to confirm my e mail by opening an e mail from Symantec. What for I ask? To get put on a list and receive solicitations from BS I have zero need for or interest in.