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Microsoft on the Issues: Staying Safe Online | |
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| Time: 21:58 EST/02:58 GMT | News Source: Microsoft | Posted By: Jonathan Tigner | ||
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Consumer fraud is one of America’s fastest-growing crimes. Last week the Federal Trade Commission reported that fraud complaints in 2003 increased by 28 percent. And for the first time, a majority of complaints were Internet related. The Internet has brought innumerable benefits to millions of people, but the Web and e-mail are misused by scam artists. Other hazards also lurk online: viruses, spam and content inappropriate for children. Microsoft and other industry leaders are making significant investments to help curb such abuses and safeguard consumers on the Internet. By taking a few basic precautions, all of us can help protect our families and ourselves. Here are a few suggestions for safety measures you can take. | ||
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