Isn't the internet amazing? But, oh, the risks you've heard about - identity theft, e-mail scams, phony medical information, and more. Here's the guide you need to avoid the hazards with confidence, so you can shop, visit, invest, explore, pay bills, anddo dozens of other things online more securely. Experts show you how to keep your computer virus-free, use social networking sites safely, protect your personal information, and keep your grandchildren safe online.

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Protect your privacy and use the Internet more securely with advice from safety experts

Isn't the Internet amazing? But oh, the risks you've heard about - online identity theft, e-mail scams trying to separate you from your bank accounts, phony medical information, and more. Here's the guide you need to steer through the hazards with confidence, so you can shop, visit, invest, explore, pay bills, and do dozens of other things online - more securely.

Have fun - find out how to share photos and videos, chat with others, and participate in online discussions - safely
Choose passwords with muscle - they don't have to be hard to remember, just hard to guess
Keep your information to yourself - see how personal info is collected and used by legitimate companies - and crooks
Safely surfin' - follow these tips to set up a browser, use search engines effectively, and sidestep suspicious ads
Protect your pocket - with strong passwords and reasonable caution, online banking and bill-paying might be safer than using your neighborhood bank
Stay healthier with online advice - discover how to spot reputable healthcare sites and avoid medical ID theft and scams
Learn how to spot online risks - discover how online criminals think, how to recognize risks, and how seniors can become safer online

Open the book and find:

The tools you need to protect your computer from viruses
A guide to your rights when using the Internet
How you can help keep your grandchildren safer online
A glossary of common computer terms
Ways to find movies, games, and music to enjoy online
How to use social networking sites safely
Surprising ways your personal information can be stolen

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