Internet alert.

Did you recently buy an airline ticket on the net?While you may think "everyone shops online now so why shouldn't I try?But make sure you don't bite an identity thief's bait.

Check out how:

1. The lock symbol in your browsers status bar (left corner) and "https" in the address bar (on the top)show that you have a secured connection.


2. Always "log off" from your account.If you get an email about a problem with your bank,don't click on any links just directly go to the website.


3. Beware of "Phishing"-the phisher first impersonates a legitimate company and mails you,asking you to go to a special site to update your account information.


4. Don't provide the credit card number until you trust the website.


5. Use your own PC for monetary transactions.Public computers and wireless Internet(wi-fi) are less secure.


6. Create pass words with alphabets and numbers.Don't write them down or set your PC to "remember password".


7. Don't give your personal information that you have just met on Orkut or Face book.Most of the sites ask for DOB,email,number.Be cautious about sharing such information.