Internet fraud generally refers to any type of fraud scheme that uses one or more online services to present fraudulent solicitation to a would-be victims.Internet fraud is a form of white-collar crime.
Here are some of the major types of Internet fraud:
- Auction and Retail Schemes Online
- Business Opportunity/"Work-at-Home" Schemes Online
- Identity Theft and Fraud
- Investment Schemes Online
- Credit-Card Schemes
- Other Schemes
There are some ways how to deal with Internet frauds. Firstly, don't judge by initial appearances. If Web side sometimes looks very impressive or professional it doesn't mean that it's true.Secondly, be careful about giving out valuable personal data online.Thirdly, be especially careful about online communications with someone who keeps his true identity from you.Fourthly, watch out for "Advance-Fee" demands.Probably,the best way to fight internet fraud is to learn how to avoid becoming a victim.
