GEOtagging & Credit Card Skimming Fraud Prevention

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Michael Gier

Protect Yourself TV releases another episode of their fraud prevention internet TV show.  In this episode, host Michael Gier, discusses two topics.  One is regarding credit card skimming.  Although you may have heard about skimming, there is a lot that you don’t know.  You have a 1 in 5 chance of becoming a victim and those statistics are going up.  Learn what you need to protect yourself.

The other topic is regarding GEOtagging.  We all take pictures and upload them to the internet; but do you realize that by doing so, you may be giving away your exact location putting you and your children at risk?  Learn how to protect yourself by safely uploading pictures.

Fill out the form on the right to receive an email every time we release a new episode. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Twitter to receive other fraud prevention tips. Last, if you like this video, please click the Facebook “Like” button below. Fraud prevention starts with education. We look forward to helping you stay one step ahead of the thieves.

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Scams to Avoid This Christmas

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Michael Gier

In this episode of our fraud prevention TV show, Michael Gier shares scams you’ll want to avoid this Christmas to stay safe, and he interviews Denis Kelly an Identity Theft Prevention expert.

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MYTHS Regarding Computer Security

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Michael Gier

In this episode of our fraud prevention TV show, Michael Gier shares the MYTHS regarding computer security as provided by the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT), and you’ll watch part five of Michael’s interview with Circe Denyer, a computer security expert. She discusses the best practices for backing up your computer.

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Password Protection & Avoiding Malware

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Michael Gier

In this episode of our fraud prevention TV show, you’ll watch part four of Michael Gier’s interview with Circe Denyer, a computer security expert. She discusses password protection and also how to avoid Malware from getting on your computer. Michael also talks about the number one thing you can do to protect yourself when using Craigslist.

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Laptop Use On Public Internet Connections

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Michael Gier

In this episode of our fraud prevention TV show, you’ll watch part three of Michael Gier’s interview with Circe Denyer, a computer security expert. She explains how to protect yourself when using a laptop on unsecure public internet connections. If you missed part one or two, then be sure to also watch those by clicking on the “Previous Episodes” link in the naviagation bar. Michael also talks about the fact that pet robbery is on the rise and what you can do to protect your pets.

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Protect Your Computer From Malware, Spyware, & Viruses

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Michael Gier

In this episode of our fraud prevention TV show, you’ll watch part two of Michael Gier’s interview with Circe Denyer, a computer security expert. She discusses how to protect yourself when checking emails and how to keep your computer secure from malware, spyware, viruses, and more.

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Keep Your Computer Secure & Protect It From Malware

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Michael Gier

In this episode of our fraud prevention TV show, host Michael Gier interviews Circe Denyer, a computer security expert, who says that most people are victims of malware and don’t even realize it. Circe explains how to solve that problem and keep youself safe. She also discusses how to keep your computer secure and protect it from malware, spyware, viruses, and more.

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Travel Deals You Want to Avoid & Boys Pretending to Be Girls Online

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Michael Gier

In this episode of our fraud prevention TV show, host Michael Gier is joined by television star Sasha Pieterse from ABC Family’s hit show “Pretty Little Liars.” Sasha discusses boys pretending to be girls online, and Michael talks about travel deals you’ll want to avoid.

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These Simple Activities Can Put You At Risk

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Michael Gier

We are very excited to release the first episode of our fraud prevention internet TV show.  In this episode, host Michael Gier, makes suggestions on how to protect yourself while shopping at the supermarket and getting fuel at the gas station.  He also discusses the increase in friendly fraud.  Fill out the form on the right to receive an email every time we release a new episode.  You can also connect with us on Facebook and Twitter to receive other fraud prevention tips.  Last, if you like this video, please click the Facebook “Like” button below.  Fraud prevention starts with education.  We look forward to helping you stay one step ahead of the thieves.

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