This blog post: https://retiredguyusa.com/fight-online-scams/ 

We expend energy and resources trying to fight online scams. It’s hard to keep up with the creativity employed by internet criminals. But we seem always to be just one step behind them. I’ve had my share of close calls and more than once had a virus infect my computer.

Things to be aware of to protect yourself: checking your privacy settings, sharing, personal data, clickbait, Facebook 'friends', public computers, passwords. 

USEFUL LINKS:

https://www.ic3.gov/crimeschemes.aspx     FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (list of crime schemes)

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 I am Trippe, retired U.S. Government Financial Analyst. M.B.A., grew up on a farm, played in rock bands for several years. This podcast is for entertainment and education. I am neither a personal financial adviser, medical provider nor an attorney. Consult your own professionals. 

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