Thursday, October 8, 2009

Prevent and Report Internet Fraud or Crime


Internet fraud and crime comes in many forms, including non-delivery of purchases made online. The internet is such a large lake that many people who have been victims feel that there is nothing they can do. There is.

Inaction lets the bad guys win, so act quickly once you believe your item will not be delivered, or if you credit card has been charged for a purchase you did not make--or for any number of other internet crimes, like identity theft or invasion of your computer by hackers. An internet criminal is just like a chameleon--difficult to find.

Protect yourself from the bad guys by not opening spam mail or clicking on links. If you need to enter information online, go to the website directly by putting the URL in the box at the top. Give only the information required, and no extra.

If you fall victim to internet fraud or crime, know what you can do about it. You can usually get your money back, if it is for a purchase and if you paid by any method other than wire transfer.

We have more information about this subject in an article on reporting and prevention of internet fraud or crime.

Did you know that your telephone number can be traced online? Or that your nine-digit zipcode goes only to your house? Read more here.

Stay safe on the internet until next time!

Linda
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