Scams
We’ve all heard the horror stories of people being sucked into online scams and having their personal details, or thousands of dollars, stolen. But it would never happen to you, right? Read on to find out more about how scammers work and how to avoid falling prey to them.
Phishing in My Space
Browsing MySpace and other social networking sites like Bebo and Facebook is a great way of meeting new people and seeing what your mates are up to online. But look out - sometimes clicking that link on your friend’s page may lead to unintended consequences. Check out how easily phishing can happen on social networking sites . . .
Scams using mobile phones
Even your trusty mobile isn’t safe from scammers! Click here to read about how easy it is to get involved in mobile phone fraud . . .
Basic safety tips for dealing with online scams
Although new scams are always popping up, there are some basic safety tips that stay true no matter what the scam is. Click here to find out what they are . . .
Remember - if an offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is!
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