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        Computer Warning!!
                                                             Next Steps, Inc.
                                             7441 Poe Street
                                           Detroit, MI 48206
                                              313-870-9790
                                          313-870-9791 (fax)

            Your destiny will be determined by your...Next Steps!!!
                                                             Copyright © 2006

Use discretion when using the computer for
methods of escape.

    While the computer is a great source for obtaining data;

• Technology could make it possible for your abuser to see what
   Internet sites you have visited.

• Email is not a safe or confidential way to talk to someone
   about the danger or abuse in your life. Please call a
   telephone hotline instead.

• Traditional "corded" phones are more private than cell
   phones or cordless phones.

Explanation:
•   There are hundreds of ways that computers record
    everything you do on the computer and on the Internet.
    They can provide a lot of information about what you look
    at on the Internet, the emails you send, etc. It is not
    possible to delete or clear all computer "footprints" and
    information that you want to keep private.

•    If you are in danger, please try to use a safer computer,
     meaning one that your abuser cannot access directly, or
     even remotely (by hacking into it over the Internet)

•    It might be safer to use a computer in a public library, a
     community technology center, or an Internet Cafe. When
     you are done with a public computer, log out of all
     programs completely (don't just close the Internet
     Explorer/browser window). It's best to shut down and/or
     restart the computer.

•    If you think your activities are being monitored, they
     probably are. Abusive people are often controlling and
     want to know your every move. They don't need to be a
     computer programmer or have special skills to monitor
     another person's computer activities.

•    If you are planning to flee, don't look at classified ads for
     jobs and apartments, bus tickets, etc., for that area on any
     computer an abuser can access physically or via the
     Internet. Use a safer computer to research an escape
     plan.

                          Proceed With Caution!!!

  Call us now for more information:
                    313-870-9790
                   Or Email us at:
    dmlnextsteps@sbcglobal.net

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          Disclaimer
          Results are not typical, as we recognize that we cannot reach everyone. However, we will do
          everything we can to make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.