> It could be argued (and I believe this, but won't spend the time
> arguing it) that the people whose time and money are wasted,
> DEARLY NEEDED to have their time and money wasted

I don't disagree with that. However, if I'm in a position to help, I
will. And should. I haven't time for a crusade against every shoddy
product or claim of course. Letting people be conned is a double-
edged sword. Yes, they will learn. But also the perp has gained. It
would be much better if scammers were out of the market altogether.
You can't stop the really big stuff (murder etc) so there's no chance
at the other end of the scale. All you can do is advise and educate.
As you mention with the 419 scam, all the warnings in the world
don't sink in with some people

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