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Source: CNET - Posted by Benjamin D. Thomas
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Doing a thorough job means thinking about concepts like hard drive wiping, file system encryption and phishing detection--not everyday fare for many of us. To help you protect yourself from identity fraudsters, CNET News.com has compiled the following list of frequently asked questions and their answers.
How could identity fraudsters get my personal information in the first place?
It depends. Fraud artists can bribe employees of banks or credit card companies who have access to confidential records, or they can pose as an employer or landlord to get a copy of your credit report, or simply steal a wallet, purse or your mail. One of the most common ways that information is snatched is through lost credit cards. All of those techniques are more frequent than any methods using the Internet.
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