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Phishing refers to a type of spam message that appears to be sent by a legitimate organization (like a well-known bank or utility company) and asks the sender for some type of personal information to be sent by replying to the email message. These types of emails are very popular and can lead to identity theft. Fortunately, if you see... more »
Online shopping has become a fast and convenient way to make purchases without having to leave the comforts of your own home. Just a few clicks of the mouse and you are well on your way to a peaceful shopping experience without the hassles of looking for parking spots, or fighting crowds.
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Stopping spoofed emails is not within your individual control, but you can control your responses. Software is being developed continuously to combat spoofed emails. Frequently spoofed companies are working to combat them, too, and yet the criminals are staying one step ahead. Your best defenses are to safeguard your personal... more »
Today's businesses, both large and small, are at risk from Internet criminals. If a business does not have Internet security in place, its computers are basically offering cyber-thieves an "open door" to look at what they contain. Big businesses understand this, but according to "Entrepreneur" magazine, nearly half of all small- to... more »
If you have an e-mail address, you more than likely have come across e-mail spam. Spam is an unlawful form of advertisement that can do more than fill your e-mail inbox. It is important to learn the laws regarding spam, the penalty for spamming, how to identify it, how to avoid it and the dangers associated. This will help to make... more »
Protect yourself against phishing, a technique for getting you to reveal sensitive personal information. Tricks include sending you an email or... more »
A phisher is someone who sends out hundreds of fraudulent emails, purported to be from respectable companies. These emails usually claim that... more »
Spotting phishing scams on Craigslist can mean the difference between identity theft and keeping your personal information safe. Scammers use... more »
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Unfortunately, as more of us stroll through cyberspace, we open ourselves up to a myriad of types of cybercrime or scams. The most profitable is... more »
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