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Understanding Internet Spam: From Annoying Emails to Cybercrime

Why do we still get so much spam—and where did it all begin? In this episode, we explore the strange and often shady world of internet spam, tracing its history from the very first unsolicited message to today’s billion-dollar cyber nuisance. Learn how spam evolved from harmless ads to phishing scams, fraud rings, and malware threats.

Discover who profits from spam, how spam filters work, and why the battle against unwanted messages continues to this day. From Nigerian prince emails to sophisticated botnets, this episode dives deep into the digital underworld of deception, spam economics, and cybersecurity challenges.

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