> RF>A .zip trojan using embedded ANSI as a comment has been around for
 > RF>years.  If you're using ANSI.SYS (does ANYONE still use ANSI.SYS ?)
 > RF>it will format your HD while you're unzipping the archive.
 > mayhaps you could enlighten me as to which replacements of which you
 > speak. i did use a replacement for a time but it gave me a wierd problem
 > where my screen would have residual highlighted areas. if you can take
 > the time to reply i would appreciate it.
I use DVANSI from Quarterdeck's DESQView, but there are plenty of
others to choose from ... PKANSI, MICROANSI, etc.
Most aftermarket ANSIs prevent keyboard re-mapping.
 > also someplace safe to obtain source code for viruses would be nice
You're talking to the wrong guy about this ... in the wrong echo.
The moderator might kick me in the gonads if I tell you.  :)
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