Wednesday, September 26, 2007

Learn about phishing from the fish

Speaking of internet security, one of the most recent dangers facing users is 'phishing'. This refers basically to the act of tricking folks into providing personal information to a malicious third party posing as a legitimate online service provider - such as a bank, credit card company, online business etc.

One of the new necessary skills people should master is how to spot phishing attempts in order to better protect themselves. Anti-phishing Phil (the fish) can help people learn about phishing in a rather fun way - at least more fun than hearing someone drone on about it.

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