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Oracle Tips by Burleson |
Web Stalkers
Chapter 1 -
The Illusion of Anonymity
Safely Purchasing Online
These guidelines can be summarized to the Latin phrase “caveat
emptor” or “let the buyer beware.” The single most
important way to stay safe while dealing with vendors and other
online sellers is to use common sense. A person’s gut feeling is
one of their best safety devices. If a person comes across a deal
that sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Although this is
not always the case, the interested party should proceed with
caution.
For example, a laptop computer listed for $100
might be a scam, or it is possible that the person selling it
recently purchased a new one and just wants to get rid of the old
one. Most online shopping forums have seller ratings based on
previous purchaser feedback. Review the information closely. A
brand new seller with an unbelievable deal should call for more
caution and the use of an escrow service. If the seller has been
active for several years with little to no negative feedback, and
after contacting them they appear legitimate; one might decide to
proceed with the purchase.
In the course of reading e-mail or browsing the
web, a person is likely to see product advertisements that include
links to websites where the product may be purchased. If a shopper
wishes to learn more about the product or offer, it is advisable to
open a second browser and use the search engine to go directly to
the webpage of the item, rather than link to the page from the
advertisement itself, because some links are fraudulent. While
appearing to take the shopper to a trusted location, E-Bay for
example, they may in fact link to a look-a-like web page where
scammers ply their trade.
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