Chippers, hackers, crackers, carders… the Internet is a growth industry for those looking to take advantage of the unsuspecting. Internet Scams tells you how to protect yourself, your family, and your business.
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Internet Scams will open your eyes to some of the real dangers that exist in cyberspace. Learn to distinguish the facts from the hype, and, more importantly, defend yourself, your family, and your business. IT security consultant Bryan Joyce offers an in–depth look at the cons and scams of cyberspace and the ways in which individuals, as well as multinationals, can be electronically exploited. Aimed at the average user, Internet Scams is packed with information and advice; among the topics covered are: credit card fraud, computer hacking, software cracking, social engineering, computer vandalism, software pirating, and information gathering. There are also expert opinions and anecdotes that range from cybercops and underground sources to the victims themselves. Before you use the Internet again, read this book.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
somewhat outdated,
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This review is from: Internet Scams: What to Be Afraid of in Cyberspace (Paperback)
Joyce's book is still mostly relevant. The scams that are described still occur. Like the credit card frauds. These are especially lucrative because of the remote, anonymous nature of the Internet. So that someone who obtains your credit card number can place an order with a merchant, without being physically present.
Social engineering is still a danger. As this bypasses many technical methods of protection. Joyce offers advice about how to stay on guard when surfing the web. However, one key scam that did not exist when the book was written is phishing. It relies mostly on social engineering, since a phishing email is usually a "correct" email, as far as email handling protocols are concerned.
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