Archive for January 2010

Part of internet security is which internet browser you choose to use.  Each have very different methods of detecting and blocking malware.  Which browser you choose sometimes can dictate how effective your antivirus software will be, or how effective your computer will be at detecting threats.  Using a browser that’s guaranteed to block as much [...]

While tragedy can bring out the best of humanity, like all the donations and efforts being made for the survivors in Haiti.  Unfortunately, tragedy also brings out the identity thieves.  There are a wide variety of donation scams going around with the intention of stealing your money, and even your identity.  Identity thieves choose dark [...]

If you are not the one who has got his identity stolen many times, I am certain, you are not aware of the credit bureau responsibilities as described in The Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act. This knowledge will help you in form a realistic expectation from the credit bureau. Duties of the credit bureau [...]

Damage to your credit report is the real damage done by the identity thieves, which comes to haunt many even after the identity theft damage prevention measures have been taken. Fixing the damage done to your credit report can be frustrating at times. But, it needs to be done, as your financial well being depends [...]

The best way to safeguard one’s identity is to look for various documents for anomaly. The monthly scanning of some critical documents will inform you about the theft as soon as it happens. Where to look? Monthly credit card report Monitor deposit account Credit report When to take action? You should get alarmed and start [...]

Don’t Panic! Well, this may look like a message engraved on the cover of “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy”, the legendary book written by British writer Douglas Adams, but this is precisely the reaction you should have when confronted with identity theft. There are government agencies and federal as well as state laws to [...]

Spyware is one of the most dangerous identity theft tactics in the modern age.  Spyware precautions usually involve using a virus scanner, and avoiding suspicious websites while you’re surfing the internet.  But that isn’t always enough to prevent your computer from being infected.  If you have any type of internet connection, you are still at [...]

An identity thief uses many techniques to rip you off your personal information. From installing a malicious program and stealing your data to just asking for information, they do everything in their might. Therefore, you need to be extra careful when sharing your personal information with anyone. You should guard it the way you would [...]

Identity verification and identity authentication are two methods available to an online retailer to verify the credential of its customers. Both ways provide some security to the online transaction done online, but the latter one is more secure than the former because of the anonymity of the internet. Identity verification is the process in which [...]

It is vital for the well-being of your organization that you help your employees keep their data secure when they are accessing office network. A secure network in your office will not help protect your employees’ personal details, but more importantly, it will keep your own data safe and secure. Keeping your network free of [...]

When you’re thinking about getting identity theft insurance, you’re going to have to compare insurance policies.  That means knowing what’s most important to you, and what services are completely unnecessary and unworthy of your hard earned money.  You have to sift through the reputable services, and make sure that you choose a company that’s really [...]

When you’re going to be traveling far away from home, there is some planning you need to consider, besides just travel arrangements.  You need to think about the safety of your identity.  Not taking the proper precautions could see you having your identity stolen fairly easily.  There are thieves lurking around every corner abroad, and [...]

Personal digital assistant (PDA) is a staple of modern life. We all love it. It helps us do a whole range of things, but when it is lost we are doomed. All our data, contact, notes, appointment, and to-do lists are lost with it, and with it is lost our mental balance. And the realization [...]

It was not many days ago when I got scared seeing the screenshot of “My Computer” with a “your computer is infected” message. The message further went on to suggest that I should scan my system to keep my personal data safe from intruders. I was tempted to click on the “Scan Now” button but [...]