| 1 | Wells Fargo Phishing Scam Preview: First off I should explain what phishing is. Phishing is basically the act of tricking a victim into divulging information. It involves the receiving of an email message with a link to a website where the victim would enter personal information. In this particular scam, you get an email from "Personal Banking: personalbanking@wellsfargo.com " stat... (more) Published By: Kevin A. Lloyd Submitted: 24 June,2005 |
| 2 | America's Assassinations Preview: “Let me issue and control a nation’s money and I care not who writes the laws.” – Mayer Amschel Rothschild. Bucky Fuller said these most important words in 1981: ‘The U.S.A. is not run by its would-be 'democratic' government. All the latter can do is try to adjust to the initiatives already taken by [the] great corporations. Nothing can be more... (more) Published By: Robert Bruce Baird Submitted: 28 June,2005 |
| 3 | Hackers And Hoaxes Preview: Everyone who has an ISP, understands, or at least knows about how hackers use viruses, Trojans and other web nasties, to infect and mess up your computer. No headline news there. (Unfortunately, we still don't understand why they do it, or at least I don't.) But hackers don't have to write malicious code or hijack your browser to do some serious d... (more) Published By: Trina L.C. Schiller Submitted: 01 July,2005 |
| 4 | 'Free' and 'Low Cost' PC Offers – The Catch Preview: You've probably seen the ads for "low cost" PC's - "PC's for $199" - or even "free" computers. If you're in the market for a personal computer, you should know "free" doesn't always mean free. Very often, certain conditions and restrictions found in the fine print of advertisements for "free" or "low cost" PC's can turn a so-called deal into an ex... (more) Published By: Richard A. Chapo Submitted: 01 July,2005 |
| 5 | FTC Names Its Dirty Dozen: 12 Most Likely Email Scams Preview: The Federal Trade Commission is responsible for issuing and enforcing rules for consumer issues on the Internet. As part of this process, the FTC has published a list of the 12 scams you are most likely to receive as email. The Dirty Dozen Scams The "dirty dozen" are: 1. Business opportunities These business opportunities make it sound easy ... (more) Published By: Richard A. Chapo Submitted: 01 July,2005 |
| 6 | Infoscams Preview: In this article I am going to talk about those infomercials that are obvious scams. Which ones are they? They are the ones promising you, that by following their system you will make thousands part- time and tens of thousands full-time. Or, they invite you to come to a free seminar where they can tell you about their secret money making system. Le... (more) Published By: Scott Shaper Submitted: 04 July,2005 |
| 7 | Identity Theft - 7 Warning Signs Preview: Concerns regarding personal Identity Theft are growing stronger as more announcements are made regarding compromised databases and files from credit card companies and financial institutions. It is even more alarming when you realize how simple it is for someone to steal your identity and ruin your credit. Here are a 7 Red Flags to watch for th... (more) Published By: S. Terry Submitted: 07 July,2005 |
| 8 | To Those who take Advantage of Tradgedy Preview: Yesterday, London was hit by a series of explosions to the transport system. A number of people have lost their lives and there are numerous wounded. This barbaric act, another one in this mad world of ours, has hit hard – none more so than the Londoner and the Brit. I called my mother yesterday, checked that all was okay. I did the normal things... (more) Published By: Ieuan Dolby Submitted: 08 July,2005 |
| 9 | The Only Thing You Get For Free Is Hungry. Preview: My grandfather was a very wise man. Simple but wise. He once told me "The only thing you get in life for free is hungry." There is a lot of truth in that. I see it all the time online and offline that people are looking for the perverbial "free ride." Online it takes the form of "get rich quick schemes" and overnight success stories. Promises ... (more) Published By: John Dyer Submitted: 12 July,2005 |
| 10 | Lyndon Johnson - The Day After Dallas Preview: J. Edgar Hoover and LBJ used to enjoy watching Hoover's agent filmed blackmail evidence for all Washington movers and shakers and we are now a lot more aware of the nature of the unelected Tyrant who rulled for five decades. But what involvement did LBJ and Prescott Bush have with the Assassination squad headed by G. H. W. Bush. Why was Nixon in a... (more) Published By: Robert Bruce Baird Submitted: 12 July,2005 |
| 11 | Phishing, Fraudulent and Malicious Websites Preview: Whether we like it or not, we are all living in the Information Age. We have nothing left but adapt to rapidly developing information technology, no matter who we are and what we do for living. The Internet, in particular, means for us boundless opportunities in life and business - but also lots of dangers unheard of just a decade ago. We should... (more) Published By: Alexandra Gamanenko Submitted: 31 May,2005 |
| 12 | How To Avoid Spam Robots Preview: Despite the fact that Federal legislation (the CANSPAM act) made it illegal, harvesting email addresses from the web using automated robots remains alive and well. Spammers who need fresh email addresses release software spider programs that comb the Internet and suck email addresses off Web pages, guest books, and anywhere else you might post y... (more) Published By: Jim Edwards Submitted: 10 June,2005 |
| 13 | The Big Lie Preview: B.S.: -THE BIG LIE! There are many techniques to deceive in our 'expert' and professional ‘spin doctors' medicine bags. Stonewalling was the word for Nixon in Watergate. Plausible deniability is often used. The presentation of statistics that befuddle the befuddled who generate the Bell Curves can amaze even the best of us. Speaking with certainty... (more) Published By: Robert Bruce Baird Submitted: 11 June,2005 |
| 14 | Charity Fraud Preview: Charity fraud does a lot of harm. The con artist takes advantage of people's good will and takes their cash - money that was meant for people in need. You can make sure that any money you give gets into the right hands. Just remember these tips when somebody asks you for a donation. ·Ask for identification - the organization AND the solicitor. Fi... (more) Published By: Kevin Carraway Submitted: 13 June,2005 |
| 15 | Tips for Handling Bogus Phone Calls Preview: They may say that their car has broken down and they need to phone someone for help. They may pretend to be a workman, saying that they need to check your electricity or water. They might even claim to be from the council and that they are carrying out a local survey. Whatever reason a caller gives, you need to be sure that they aren't just trying... (more) Published By: Kevin Carraway Submitted: 13 June,2005 |
| 16 | Identity Theft - 10 Simple Ways to Protect Your Good Name! Preview: Identity Theft is one of the most serious problems facing Internet users. Identity Theft is exactly as the name states - someone steals your Identity and commits fraud in your name. It can result in untold financial and legal problems that may literally ruin your peace of mind and/or your life. Someone gaining control of your most personal d... (more) Published By: Titus Hoskins Submitted: 23 May,2005 |
| 17 | Teachers! Do you want to stop the Cheating? Preview: Teachers! Do you want to stop the Cheating? By: Rich Brunelle It is really very simple. Just turn the clock back to a time before technology gave them the ability. I am talking about way back when we had to use pens and pencils to do our school work. Allow me a moment to further explain. Before technology gave use the world of information, we ha... (more) Published By: Rich Brunelle Submitted: 29 March,2005 |
| 18 | Bingo - You're Cancelled Preview: What is the value of the E-mail lists that promise to "blast" your message to millions of potential clients? We all get many unsolicited E-mails every day, and many are sent this way. Let's examine this a bit. It starts off with an E-mail you receive promising huge returns for the expenditure of a relatively small amount of money. Just think - f... (more) Published By: Bob Osgoodby Submitted: 23 November,2001 |
| 19 | Just Over Broke Preview: You probably get hundreds of emails a week promising great riches. "Financial Freedom", "Earn Money While You Sleep", "Be Your Own Boss", "Create Your Own Destiny", "Escape Your Dead End Job", "Be Able to Watch Your Kids Grow Up While Making Money", "Work at Home", are all common headlines. Are these statements true? First, let's have a reality c... (more) Published By: Bob Osgoodby Submitted: 23 November,2001 |
| 20 | Hype Preview: Most of us think of hype as exaggerated or extravagant claims, made especially in advertising or promotional material. Sometimes it is deceptive and deliberately misleading. While we have become a bit immune to this through constant exposure, it always seems that someone comes up with a fresh approach that is not immediately recognized. Con artis... (more) Published By: Bob Osgoodby Submitted: 23 November,2001 |