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New opportunities arise as computer technology grows Updated: Mon, Apr 2, 2012 In personal and professional life, computer technology impacts even the simplest, everyday tasks. Whether through online bill payment or the seamless integration of global businesses, computer technology offers optimized productivity and the flow of commerce, making it a vital component of success for all... Read More
How to get your affairs in order Published: Mon, Jan 16, 2012 Dear Savvy Senior: I would like to get my personal and financial information organized so my kids will know what’s going on when I die. Any tips would be appreciated. -- Overwhelmed Senior Dear Overwhelmed: Organizing your important papers and personal information is a smart move and a great gift to your... Read More
Hack-proof your passwords Published: Mon, Jan 9, 2012 More than half of U.S. adults have six or more password-protected accounts online, a recent Consumer Reports survey shows. Who can remember all those passwords? You try by keeping them short and sweet: your pet's name and "123." You use the same one for multiple accounts. And you keep them in your wallet for... Read More
Great way to destroy old tax documents; recycle paper Published: Thu, Apr 14, 2011 Free Shred Day is the perfect time to get rid of old tax returns and receipts for deductible items and the perfect way to properly destroy any documents that include personal information such as social security or banking and credit card account numbers. Read More
How To Stop the Charity Junk Mail Monster Updated: Fri, May 7, 2010 Dear Mary: Every day, I receive donation requests from charities. Usually, they enclose "gifts," such as calendars, greeting cards, address labels, notepads, religious tokens and even gloves and blankets. I've tried sending requests for no gifts, but they are ignored. Some charities send mailings on a weekly basis.... Read More
Don't Go Online Without Good Protection Published: Thu, Jan 7, 2010 Dear Mary: I went online to see what this Mint.com is all about. They want my bank account information and password. Is this really safe? — Dody, e-mail Dear Dody: They need that information so they can aggregate all of your financial activities into your Mint account. Without that linkage, Mint would be... Read More
Shop smart online Updated: Wed, Dec 9, 2009 It's out there, it's easy and, believe it or not, it saves you money. Online shopping is a booming business that has witnessed consumers spend more than $34 billion in 2007. While most people turn to online shopping for the sake of convenience, savvy shoppers have discovered that many retailers now offer... Read More
Prevent identity theft with 12 tips for safe holiday shopping online Updated: Fri, Oct 23, 2009 Approximately 10 million Americans have their identity stolen each year according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). As more business is conducted online and sensitive data is stored on personal computers, the risk of fraud increases exponentially. The holiday shopping season further increases this risk as... Read More
Text-message ruling could change corporate policies Updated: Fri, Jun 20, 2008 SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Most employees know their bosses are usually within their rights snooping on workers' e-mail, but text messaging has been in murkier territory. A federal appeals court sought to clarify matters in a ruling Wednesday by distinguishing between electronic communication that employers... Read More
3 AOL Subscribers Sue Over Data Release Published: Tue, Sep 26, 2006 NEW YORK (AP) -- Three AOL subscribers who suddenly found records of their Internet searches widely distributed online are suing the company under privacy laws and are seeking an end to its retention of search-related data. The lawsuit is believed to be the first in the wake of AOL's intentional release of... Read More
Laptop with encrypted donor data stolen from Red Cross office Updated: Sat, Jul 1, 2006 DALLAS - A laptop containing personal information from thousands of blood donors -- including Social Security numbers and medical information -- was stolen from a local office of the American Red Cross, but officials said the information was encrypted. The data included matching names and birth dates of donors... Read More
State one of 34 named for info test Updated: Sun, Jun 25, 2006 Oklahoma is one of 34 states selected to address privacy issues associated with the proposed creation of a National Health Information Network. Oklahoma will receive $323,529 from RTI International, a contractor for the National Governors Association. RTI International is examining business policies and state... Read More
VA data thefts leave vets at risk Updated: Fri, Jun 16, 2006 The theft of millions of veterans' personal data from a Veterans Adminsitration computer is putting may at risk for identity theft. Read More
Officials warn veterans of security breach Updated: Fri, May 26, 2006 We start here at 10 with a warning for Oklahoma veterans. The Attorney General warns they could fall victim to identify theft. As Charles Bassett tells us someone stole a VA computer containing personal information on veterans and now the feds have launched an investigation. Read More
E-mails need suckers to keep them going Updated: Sun, May 21, 2006 WASHINGTON - P.T. Barnum is often quoted as having said, "There's a sucker born every minute." Turns out there's no evidence that Barnum ever made such a declaration. Interesting, isn't it, that one of the most famous quotes about the gullibility of people is falsely attributed to Barnum? Still, the quote holds... Read More
Caller ID spoofing enabling phone cons Updated: Fri, May 5, 2006 Identity thieves use caller ID spoofing to fool you into giving them personal information. Read More
Mom lauds Internet safety Updated: Fri, Apr 14, 2006 This case underscores the concerns of many parents over internet safety. Millions of kids have their own webpages on sites like "my space" and "xanga." And often they are sharing private information with total strangers. Reporter Lori Fullbright found plenty of information about kids with just the click of... Read More
Preparers could sell tax data Updated: Wed, Mar 22, 2006 WASHINGTON - Taxpayers not paying attention to the forms prepared for them by commercial tax preparers soon could find their personal financial information being sold more widely to data brokers and marketers. The Internal Revenue Service is proposing to alter some privacy protections that consumer groups say... Read More
Court website shows personal info Updated: Sat, Mar 4, 2006 And now to a News 9 investigation. The shredders you use to destroy your private information may be useless. We've all been urged to protect our personal information from thieves. But as Nick Winkler found out the state is giving it away on the web. Read More
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