Re: Have I upset Mr Google?



citizen142 wrote:

> Keep getting the following message-
>
> We're sorry...
> ... but your query looks similar to automated requests from a computer
> virus or spyware application. To protect our users, we can't process
> your request right now.
>
> We'll restore your access as quickly as possible, so try again soon.
> In the meantime, if you suspect that your computer or network has been
> infected, you might want to run a virus checker or spyware remover to
> make sure that your systems are free of viruses and other spurious
> software.
>
> Just me? Or is this a recent bug?

Not just you, I've had it three times in the last six months or so. I
usually get a dialogue asking me to type in some hard-to-see characters as
well.

It only happens during the course of one day (to me at least), then it's OK.

HTH

Chris


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