Avoid Online Threats and Fraud
Posted: June 25, 2019
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Just when we think we know all the forms that internet fraud comes in, along come scams that you don't know about, and should. From official looking emails warning you that your account is compromised to calls scaring you into thinking something is wrong with your computer, fraudsters work overtime to steal your money or personal data. Being aware of these schemes and diligently paying attention to your online activity, especially when shopping, can help you avoid falling victim to online threats.
JD Sartain, tech journalist for PCWorld provides us with ways to avoid phishing and other online fraud threats.
Internet fraud takes many forms, from retail websites that don’t deliver, to emails phishing for credit card or bank information, to tech support scams that take over your desktop, and everything in between. They share a common goal, however: extracting money or personal data from an unsuspecting user.
If you come upon something that seems sketchy, here’s how to check it out before you put your money down.
Three signs that a website is legitimate
Hopefully most websites you encounter are legitimate. There are two quick ways to tell, plus one that requires just a little more legwork.
Read the entire article,
How to avoid Internet fraud, scams, phishing, and other cybercrime, on
PCWorld.