In less than a decade, personal computers have become part of our
daily lives. Many of us come into contact with computers every day,
whether at work, school or home. As useful as the new technologies
are, they also have a darker side. By making computers part of our
daily lives, we run the risk of allowing thieves, swindlers, and
all kinds of deviants directly into our homes. Armed with a
personal computer, a modem and just a little knowledge, a thief can
easily access confidential information, such as details of bank
accounts and credit cards. This book helps people avoid harm at the
hands of Internet criminals. It offers a tour of the more dangerous
parts of the Internet, as the author explains who the predators
are, their motivations, how they operate and how to protect against
them. In less than a decade, personal computers have become part of
our daily lives. Many of us come into contact with computers every
day, whether at work, school or home. As useful as the new
technologies are, they also have a darker side. By making computers
part of our daily lives, we run the risk of allowing thieves,
swindlers, and all kinds of deviants directly into our homes. Armed
with a personal computer, a modem and just a little knowledge, a
thief can easily access confidential information, such as details
of bank accounts and credit cards. This book is intended to help
people avoid harm at the hands of Internet criminals. It offers a
tour of the more dangerous parts of the Internet, as the author
explains who the predators are, their motivations, how they operate
and how to protect against them. Behind the doors of our own homes,
we assume we are safe from predators, con artists, and other
criminals wishing us harm. But the proliferation of personal
computers and the growth of the Internet have invited these
unsavory types right into our family rooms. With a little
psychological knowledge a con man can start to manipulate us in
different ways. A terrorist can recruit new members and raise money
over the Internet. Identity thieves can gather personal information
and exploit it for criminal purposes. Spammers can wreak havoc on
businesses and individuals. Here, an expert helps readers recognize
the signs of a would-be criminal in their midst. Focusing on the
perpetrators, the author provides information about how they
operate, why they do it, what they hope to do, and how to protect
yourself from becoming a victim.
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