Chapter 3. Cyber Stalking, Fraud, and Abuse

Chapter Objectives

After reading this chapter and completing the exercises, you will be able to do the following:

• Know the various types of Internet investment scams and auction frauds

• Know specific steps one can take to avoid fraud on the Internet

• Have an understanding of what identity theft is and how it is done

• Know specific steps that can be taken to avoid identity theft

• Understand what cyber stalking is, and be familiar with relevant laws

• Know how to configure a web browser’s privacy settings

• Know what laws apply to these computer crimes