Spammers hapless fate = ISP toil and sweat

Date sent:      	Thu, 18 Sep 1997 10:28:43 -0400 (EDT)
From:           	"Keith C. Howell" <kch at uu.net>

> If someone could suggest how to identify a spammer *before* they start
> sending out email, then I am sure every person who has to deal with the
> spam would be most gratefull, it will save them alot of time and money.

  Dialups should be forced to use their ISP's smtp relay. There should be
  implemented enough checks, like ensuring valid mail froms and starting
  off all sorts of bells when recipient count gets too high. These two alone
  would reduce spam alot. If one adds forged header checks and sender
  ident, he'd be perfect. Mailinglists distribution might be also enforced to
  controlled arrangement. Although these measures might be unwelcome
  by some customers, most legitimate users can live with it. Just thought.
 


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