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How to Avoid Becoming a Phishing Victim

Simple precautions can keep info out of scammers' hands

By Rob Quinn, Newser Staff

Posted Oct 7, 2009 1:19 AM CDT

(Newser) – Phishing scams are becoming a lot more sophisticated. Unwary Internet users can easily end up with their bank account and credit card details in the hands of crooks. CNET lists the best ways to avoid becoming a victim:

Change passwords regularly. Experts recommend that passwords

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