June 16, 2007

What You Need to Know About Cyberstalking

Cyberstalking Explained

Cybercrime is most definitely a worry in the new millennium, and one of the scariest cybercrimes is cyberstalking. According to Wikipedia, "Cyberstalking is the use of the Internet or other electronic means to stalk someone. This term is used interchangeably with online harassment and online abuse." If you visit chat rooms or pursue the message boards of the Web, there are some things you need to know to avoid becoming a victim of cyberstalking.

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Posted by Max Anderson at 6:30 PM |

June 7, 2007

Are Computer Crimes the Downside to Modern Technology?

Computer Crimes in the New Millennium

A surprising number of consumers who have Internet access do not really understand how the Web works or how much a risk it presents. If you asked them how fast their modem was or what type of operating system they have, you would be met with a blank stare, so it’s no wonder that computer crimes can present an even more confusing situation for novice web surfers.

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Posted by Max Anderson at 10:00 PM |

May 29, 2007

Computer Crimes in the Digital Age

What are Computer Crimes?

What is interesting about computer crimes and identity theft is that what is legal or not is still being decided. The Internet is relatively new in many ways, and every day the number of computer users who surf the Web is growing. While the court system still has a fascination with paper, practically every other industry is becoming paperless. With increased internet users there is the potential for more computer crimes.

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Posted by Max Anderson at 9:03 PM |

January 6, 2007

Tips for Lessening Your Risk of Becoming a Victim of Computer Crimes

What are Computer Crimes?

Computer crimes are just one way that identity theft criminals can commit identity theft. Computer crimes involving identity theft can really escalate your risk of identity theft. Think about it. The World Wide Web has really made the world seem a lot less small. Identity theft criminals in any region of the world can commit identity theft via computer crimes as long as they have an Internet connection. No longer are criminals limited by geography or circumstance. The World Wide Web has greatly increased the likelihood of identity theft to occur as the result of computer crimes.

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Posted by Max Anderson at 11:53 PM |

December 27, 2006

Identity Theft Reduction Tips You Need to Know

How a Fraud Alert Can Protect You from Identity Theft

Identity theft is a concern during every month of the year, but in the month leading up to Christmas is when nearly 40% of all cases of identity theft occur. It is sometimes easy for criminals to commit identity theft because of the reliance many consumers have on computers and the internet. If you are a computer user and love to surf the web or shop online, you will find the following tips about identity theft prevention and reduction very helpful.

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December 12, 2006

Identity Theft and Computer Usage

Criminals Involved in Identity Theft Ring Used File-Sharing Software

Identity theft can occur in numerous ways, but very often a computer is involved in the crime. Not surprisingly, one story that made headlines recently involved identity theft that was committed by using computers. It's just another example of how we have to be very careful of what we store on our computers, how we store it and who we give access to.

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Posted by Max Anderson at 10:49 AM |

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