24 CHOICES | 2013 SPRING ISSUE
BE CAREFUL WHO YOU GIVE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
9
Never give out information over the Internet unless the transaction has originated by you.
You should always protect yourself from telemarketers. Certainly, not all telemarketers are operating illegal businesses. But be careful. If you’ re interested in what a telemarketer wishes to sell you, ask them to mail you information on the product.
Don’ t give your personal information or credit card number over the phone to any unsolicited caller.
THE DO-NOT- CALL REGISTRY
Register with the
10
National Do-Not-Call Registry and the Direct Marketing Association lists to help protect you from unwanted calls, letters and e-mails.
The Do-Not-Call Registry may be subscribed to at: https:// www. donotcall. gov. aspx. Once you have registered here, telemarketers generally cannot call your phone for five years, with a few exceptions.
The Direct Marketing Association may be contacted at www. dmaconsumers. org or by mail at: Mail Preference Services Direct Marketing Association P. O. Box 643, Carmel, NY 10512.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Mack Jackson, Jr. is a recognized expert on Internet security systems and compliance. He brings increased awareness to his audiences and communicates the importance of security measures in protecting your business.
Mack will show you how to improve your security plan and avoid legal hassles. He will inspire you to protect your information and his ability to make complicated information clear and understandable will help you get the results you desire.
Identity theft is a serious issue that can affect your life. We can help stop identity theft with knowledge and awareness of our personal identifiable information. Stay focused and stay aware.
For more information on“ Protecting Yourself And Your Family From Identity Theft”, please visit my website at www. mackjacksonjr. com.
Since 1984, Mack Jackson, Jr. has presented programs worldwide on computer technology, e-commerce law, accounting software, cyber crimes and security compliance. His background is in Cyber Law, Cyber Security, Anti-Money Laundering and Identity Theft.
You can find more about Protecting Your Business from Identity Theft at www. mackjacksonjr. com.