Government Resources |
eCycling - Donate or Recycle Old Computers and
Other Electronic Products - If you're buying a new computer, don't just
throw the old one in the trash. Before you get rid of the computer, be sure to purge it of all important records
or you leave yourself open to risks such as identity theft. |
Electronic
Freedom of Information Act - The Freedom of Information Act, commonly
known as the FOIA, was enacted to give the American public greater access to the Federal Government's
records. Most recently, the Electronic Freedom of Information Act Amendments of 1996 (E-FOIA) expanded
the scope of the FOIA to encompass electronic records and require the creation of "electronic reading rooms"
to make records more easily and widely available to the public. |
Federal Trade Commission - enforces a variety of federal antitrust and consumer protection laws. The
Commission seeks to ensure that the nation's markets function competitively, and are vigorous, efficient, and
free of undue restrictions. |
How to Protect Kids' Privacy Online - In an effort to put parents
in the catbird seat, the Federal Trade Commission has established new rules for website operators to make sure
that kids' privacy is protected while they're online. |
Kidz
Privacy - A new law puts you and your parents in charge of your personal
identifying information -- if you’re under 13. Websites that ask for certain information about kids under 13 have
to get their parents permission to get the information. This means that you and your parents can talk about the
information the website collects and decide together if it’s information you want to give. |
OnGuard Online - Be On Guard Against Internet Fraid - Created
by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the OnGuard website "provides practical tips from the federal
government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer,
and protect your personal information." The three main sections on the homepage include "Topics",
"Games", and "Videos". Visitors should start with the "Topics" area, which includes interactive features on
proper computer disposal, cross-border scams, email scams, and identity theft. Within this section (and all of
the other sections), visitors will find a quick quiz that will allow them to learn about a number of topical issues.
Moving on, the "Games" area features hands-on activities that include "Invasion of the Wireless Hackers",
"Invest Quest", and "Phishing Scams". Finally, users shouldn't miss out on the "Tools" area. Here they can find
helpful software and applications related to online security and also sign up to subscribe to receive cyber
security tips. |
Pretexting: Your Personal Information Revealed -
Pretexting is the practice of getting your personal information under false pretenses. Pretexters sell your
information to people who may use it to get credit in your name, steal your assets, or to investigate or sue you.
Pretexting is against the law. Learn about the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. |
The
Top Ten Dot Cons - Con artist have gone high-tech, using technology to
peddle traditional scams. Scam artists can be just a click away |
Private Resources |
ConsumerPrivacyGuide - The Center for Democracy and Technology
recently launched ConsumerPrivacyGuide.org. The site provides consumers with information and tools to help
them control the flow and use of their personal information. |