Helping someone get on the net? Think you're experienced? Whatever you do, even on dialup, make sure you're protected. Dialup should not be used anymore, its hard to protect. Get broadband (often same price or cheaper) and get a home router. Ensure all your machine have up to date antivirus. It needs to be updated daily, or better hourly.
This article from the Washington Post should not be news.
Anyone got any good ideas how we tackle this electronic mischief? I think of it as the electronic equivalent of arson. Devastating to those who suffer.