{"id":844,"date":"2011-07-19T10:42:57","date_gmt":"2011-07-19T10:42:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sweepsadvantage.com\/sweepstakes-contests-blog\/?p=844"},"modified":"2022-03-29T19:47:27","modified_gmt":"2022-03-29T23:47:27","slug":"sweepstakes-safety-reminders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sweepsadvantage.com\/sweepstakes-contests-blog\/sweepstakes-safety-reminders\/","title":{"rendered":"Sweepstakes Safety Reminders"},"content":{"rendered":"

The internet is a wonderful thing, but like any tool, you need to treat it with respect.\u00a0 To start with, protect your computer.\u00a0 Make sure you are operating with a firewall and anti-virus programs.\u00a0 Remember to run these programs on a regular basis to keep your computer clean.\u00a0 Not only do you want your computer to perform its best, you want to keep unwanted intruders away from your personal information.<\/p>\n

Be smart about your password choices.\u00a0 Don't make it easy for hackers to get your information.<\/p>\n

Most people you will meet in the sweepstakes<\/a> community are fantastic folks, just like you.\u00a0 However, every community has its unsavory members.\u00a0 If anyone asks for too much personal information, be on alert.\u00a0 Also, do not fall for hard luck cases that ask you to send money.\u00a0 We all have difficult times and we can talk about them and support each other.\u00a0 However, there are unscrupulous people who try to take advantage of us because we sweepers are kindhearted people.\u00a0 Offer advice, not cash.<\/p>\n

Personally, I am always careful about how much information I post in public forums.\u00a0 I never post the names of my family members.\u00a0 I like chatting, but I withhold enough information that I will never have an unwanted visitor show up on my doorstep.<\/p>

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