Archive for the ‘privacy guard credit’ Category
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Identity Theft Insurance
Tuesday, May 5th, 2009
As you would expect, these relentless criminals spend most of their efforts trying to find ways of stealing the identities of innocent citizens. With an increasing number of individuals using the internet to complete financial transactions, their task has been made so much easier. There is a way to protect yourself from these crimes known as identity theft insurance.
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PCI Compliance Builds Information Security
Sunday, May 3rd, 2009
PCI compliance, when fully achieved and properly maintained, is crucial in developing strong information security. Information security is, in turn, crucial in developing customer relationships that will ensure long term success.
The PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) is a set of 12 requirements that any merchant who stores, processes, or transmits sensitive [...]
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Social Security Card Replacement
Saturday, May 2nd, 2009
Social Security program began with the Social Security Act of 1935. The nine digits assigned to you remain permanent for the rest of your life. The social security number is used to maintain a check on the individual’s accounts. It is also used as an identification and authentication card for the citizens of America.
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Identity Theft Fraud
Friday, May 1st, 2009
After having been on the decline from 2004-2007, identity theft crimes increased by twenty two percent last year according to Javelin Research. There may be a number or reasons for the spike but a major part arguably is the current economic state many of us are experiencing.
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Identity Theft Crime
Thursday, April 30th, 2009
Identity scams are on the rise, and it’s important to begin looking at different identity protection services to guard your personal information. Identity theft is on the rise, and increasing by a staggering 500% a year in the UK alone, a rate at which experts believe will make this type of fraud crime one of the most serious financial threats to both individuals and the economy in the next few years.
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Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
Thursday, April 30th, 2009
In order to protect the integrity of card-not-present transactions the five major credit card companies designed the PCI DSS. Every company that processes or stores sensitive information is required to be PCI DSS compliant, but where do you start?
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Advice On How To Avoid Identity Theft
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009
According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, more than 10 million Americans were victims of identity theft between 2003 and 2004. The best way to save yourself from becoming one of these statistics is to learn about identity theft and implement the knowledge you’ve learned about how to avoid identity theft. Here are some useful tips.
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The Value of Credit Monitoring
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009
Credit monitoring is a hands-on way to find out what is going on regarding your credit. It allows you a window into your credit report 24 hours a day to find out if there is any activity by someone trying to compromise your identity. It is useful if you have been a victim of identity theft or if you feel at-risk for identity theft.
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Accept Credit Cards For Small Business and Avoid Chargebacks
Monday, April 27th, 2009
Accept credit cards for small business with ease. While top credit card companies may briefly advise and train merchants in credit card transacting, it is best for the merchant to learn everything they can about the security measures developed to guard against credit card fraud, and chargebacks.
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Privacy Guard:Monitoring Your Credit
Monday, April 27th, 2009
Everyone should take a peek at their credit report at least once a year. Some experts say you should get a monthly report, but every six months is fine. Whatever your opinion on how often you should check your credit report, just do it.
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