Identity Theft
What is Identity Theft?
Identity theft occurs when someone obtains your personal information and uses it without your approval or knowledge to obtain credit, loans, purchases, or other services.
How can I prevent this from happening to me?
There are several steps you can take to minimize your risk of Identity Theft. This is one website which lists some immediate steps you can take, http://www.identitytheft.org/protect.htm. The Federal Trade Commission also has information regarding how you can fight back against Identity Theft, http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheft/.
How can I be sure my personal information is protected at Ideaone?
At Ideaone, we have taken steps to ensure your personal information is safe and secured on our server. We have firewall protection to our servers. Your financial information is encrypted and when paying your bill the transaction is encrypted and digitally signed by Network Solutions.
Does IdeaOne protect my personal computer?
IdeaOne provides a high-speed internet connection to customers, but does not encrypt the data on your network, personal computer or as it moves through the Internet. In order to protect your network and personal computer, it is vital that you have the following:
- Computer virus removal software
- Computer spyware detection and removal software
- If you have a computer with a Microsoft operating system, stay up-to-date with critical software patches
- Use the recommendations from the above websites to protect your personal data.
- More information can be found on our website, http://www.ideaone.com/helpdesk/security.php.
IdeaOne recommends an all-in-one application such as the IdeaOne SecureIT Services. Read more about this add-on service on our website, http://www.ideaone.com/internet/secureIT.php. |
