This week we learned about “Ways to protect you from Identity
theft and some definitions. Our Digital Literacy was Scam & scheme and here
are some definitions:
Scam-An attempt to trick someone, usually with the Intention
of stealing money or privacy Information.
Identity Theft-A type of crime In which your private
Information Is stolen and used for criminal activity.
Vulnerable-In a position that makes it easier for you to be
harmed or attacked.
Phishing-When people send you phony emails, pop-up messages,
social media messeges,texts,calls,or links to fake websites In order to
personal and financial Information.
Information Thieves look for
- Social Security
- Bank Number
- Food Stamp Number
- Date of Birth
- Pin Number
- Passwords
- Address
- Passport number
- Full name
- Phone number
5 rules to follow to protect yourself
- Avoid opening the message or email In the first place
- Don’t click on any links or download any attachments; they might contain viruses or spyware Don't reply
- Mark as “junk mail or “spam” for your email provider, or report It to your social network site
- If you are concerned about an account you have with a company, contact It’s customer service department by phone.
- Make sure you verify the company’s contact Information elsewhere online first.
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