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Some versions of the file were actually part of an early ARG (Alternate Reality Game). The "corrupted" files were puzzles that led to different websites and coordinates. PasterX.rar

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In its most common form, the original file was a "screamer." Users would open a video or program, and after a few seconds of silence, a loud noise and a gruesome image would pop up. Learn how to without compromising your computer

Most users ignored it, assuming it was a virus. But curiosity is a powerful motivator. A user named 'Vex' decided to download the file, documenting the process in a live thread. The Contents