Top 10 Ways to Stay Safe From Scams This Holiday Season

The holidays are upon us, online sales are expected to go through the roof, and more U.S. consumers than ever (68 percent, or roughly 170 million people) plan to buy technological gifts this holiday season. Unfortunately, cybercriminals bank (no pun intended) on heightened shopping excitement and lowered safety practices, thus coming up with more creative ways to make their holiday a prosperous one. It’s hard to know what holiday scams are out there, let alone how to spot one; we’re here to help. If you’re aware of the dangers and how to spot them, it will give you better security on…

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