Re: Damn, that snake oil is tasty! [was Re: SafE Mail Corporation]

[Jeremey Barrett <jeremey@forequest.com>]

On Mon, 17 Jun 1996, David E. Smith wrote:

> >
> >Because we believe our encryption algorithm for SafE Mail
> >is so strong and unbreakable, we will offer five free copies
> >of SafE Mail or cash equivalent, to anyone capable of cracking
> >a SafE Mail encrypted file. 
> 
> Uh, okay... but, uh, if we break the encryption, doesn't
> that make the package damn near useless?
> 
> 
> Also, they charge $40 (!!) shipping and handling for their
> free demo.  
> 

Yea... and you have to go to North Carolina to pick up your prize....fun :)

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