How to Stay Safe From Internet Scammers H oliday S hopping H azards
A few months back, we discussed some common financial scams criminals use to dupe unsuspecting individuals. As the holiday season approaches and people begin buying presents for their loved ones, these scammers will up their tactics. Many will use the internet to swindle good-hearted people out of their hard-earned money. We don’t want you to fall into their traps, so we are sharing two of the most common internet scams and how to avoid them! Phishing Phishing attacks have been around since the mid-1990s and have become more elaborate and convincing over the years. Phishing occurs when a cybercriminal sends a fraudulent email, text message, or social media message claiming to be from a reputable company to obtain personal information from an individual. You might get a text from a bank (not necessarily your bank) saying they need information because there’s an issue with your account or an email from Amazon claiming to have a problem with delivery.
Usually, these messages will come from fake email addresses or phone numbers not tied to the “business” messaging you. Never open the link they send or provide them with any personal information. These businesses will likely never contact you, and if you’re questioning whether a message is from a particular company, call their customer service line and ask directly. Fake Sales While scrolling through a website, you might notice an advertisement for an item you’ve previously viewed. Often, these advertisements show sales that are too good to be true. And that’s exactly what they are. While these advertisements are often for marketplace websites like eBay and Mercari, some are much more questionable. These links are often scams designed to steal credit card and personal information. Avoid clicking on these links. If you’re truly compelled to make a purchase through one of these advertisements, conduct additional research to ensure you don’t get scammed.
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B eet S alad
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Known for their earthy yet sweet flavor, beets are the perfect main ingredient for a delicious fall salad.
INGREDIENTS • 5–6 medium beets
• 1/2 tsp honey • 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil • 2 tbsp sherry or white-wine vinegar • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste • 1 large shallot, finely chopped • 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Separate beets between 2 pieces of foil; bring edges together and crimp to make packets. Roast until beets are just tender when pierced with a knife, about 1 1/4 hours. Unwrap beets and let cool. 2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make dressing. 3. When beets are cool enough to handle, peel off skins. Cut into 1/2-inch cubes and place in a large bowl. Add celery, shallot, and dressing, then toss to coat well. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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