We have all been invaded by unwanted email or "spam". A lot of us spend much time filtering our emails or deleting spam from our inbox folders.

Whilst there are many methods for deleting and filtering spam emails once they arrive, the secret is to stop it at source so will concentrate on methods of deleting at source.

Here are a few tips;

• Try not to use common emails which spammers target such as info@yourdomain.com
• Make sure your email is not displayed on your website,by using a webform with the email address hidden; if you must display your email address, ensure it cannot be harvested by email bots
• Use a separate email address for non business activity e.g. yourname@hotmail.com, especially signing up to forums, joining mailing lists etc
• When you signup to email lists be careful that the company will not pass onto 3rd parties
• Ensure your web hosting company has a spam filter enabled for your emails which should reduce the spam emails you receive.

These simple steps will help reduce spam email and allow you to take control of your inbox. If you need a company email address or need assistance reducing spam contact QDOS Internet on Tel 028 3083 2777.