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Keeping Your ID Safe at School
Identity thieves often prey on college students. Which of these activities can cause you to become a victim of ID theft?
- When you go online, you avoid buying items from vendors that you don’t know or trust.
- When you’re out shopping, you only carry the personal ID you need.
- You use free, public Wi-Fi to visit your online banking or credit card site.
“C” is correct. Public Wi-Fi is often unsecured, so online ID thieves can see any information you access there. ID thieves may also be people you know, so it’s important to safeguard personal ID at home. Shred old utility bills and bank statements before throwing them away. When shopping, keep an eye on your credit and debit cards.
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