Safe shopping tips
Posted by Maxim Weinstein Wed, 21 Nov 2007 19:04:00 GMT
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission and the National Cyber Security Alliance have released a set of “10 Tips for Safe Holiday Shopping Online.” Click the link for the full version, but here’s a summary of the tips:-
Check out the seller.
Read return policies.
Know what you’re getting.
Don’t fall for a false e-mail or pop-up.
Look for signs a site is safe.
Secure your computer.
Consider how you’ll pay.
Know the full price and check out incentives.
Keep a paper trail.
Turn your computer off when you’re finished shopping.
On a related note, PC World is reporting that website hacks, phishing, and other online scams are expected to rise with the kickoff of the holiday shopping season, so stay alert.
