During a Google search recently I encountered a #1 listing on page one that had the following hyperlink under the title of the search result stating: “This site may harm your computer.”

Following the Google search results warning link included an explanation with this graphic:

With the graphic was a text explanation that said in part “This warning message appears with search results we’ve identified as sites that may install malicious software on your computer:”

This level of sophistication from the giant of search engines warning visitors about sites listed in their search results was a pleasant surprise. Following the link to the Google Answers page included a further illustration of a second stronger warning that appears if you follow the potentially malicious site link giving you the option to return to the search page or proceed to the suspicious website.