Preventing identity theft for dummies /
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| Author / Creator: | Arata, Michael J. |
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| Imprint: | Hoboken, NJ : Wiley, 2004. |
| Description: | xiv, 192 p. : ill. ; 22 cm. |
| Language: | English |
| Series: | The dummies way --For dummies. |
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| Format: | Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/5516560 |
| Summary: | Protect yourself from America's fastest growing crime <p>See how loose lips sink credit ratings and why there's no safety in numbers</p> <p>How is a dumpster diver like a wallet snatcher? Both are out to hijack your identity, so dive into this book and find out how to fight back! Discover why every home needs a shredder, what your bank statement can tell you, and how to reclaim your good name if it's already too late.</p> <p>The Dummies Way</p> Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids A dash of humor and fun <p>Discover how to:</p> Recognize and avoid common scams Guard your privacy effectively Act promptly if theft occurs Read your credit report Choose secure passwords Report identity theft to the right people |
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| Physical Description: | xiv, 192 p. : ill. ; 22 cm. |
| ISBN: | 0764573365 |
