How to stop Microsoft Word from underlining xxx@xxx.xxxx phrases?

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@Napier

However, when I poke my finger at the underlined link on a printed sheet of paper, it does not transport me to that web site. Rather, the paper just shifts around a little bit on the table top. After many pokes, the paper starts to look smudged.

You’re probably left-poking. Try using a different finger. With Word features like this, the middle one is often a good choice.