"Chris W" wrote in message
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More Usenet spam brought to you through the irresponsible policies of
Google Groups.

I'm unclear on how google could be responsible for this post. What would
stop this kind of post even if google didn't exist?

Granted, it wouldn't *stop* spam. However, all reputable ISPs will suspend
Usenet access, if not cancel the account entirely, for posting spam.
Google, on the other hand, allows free access and does absolutely nothing
with respect to enforcing their own use policies, never mind the usual
accepted practices for Usenet.

At least if I send a complaint to an ISP, I'll get a form letter telling me
that they'll look into it and take action if the user's action was in
violation of their terms of service. Google basically says "tough luck".
In that respect, they encourage spammers to use their service for posting
Usenet spam.

Pete