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04/01/2013
Internet browsers are the most commonly-used software on workstations and mobile platforms, but they are also used to track our browsing habits and a common entry point for hackers.
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02/21/2013
The Consumer Fraud Task Force urges bi-state residents to be alert for signs that friends or family members have been trapped by the notorious schemes.
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11/15/2012
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday
Make Up a Busy Weekend for Holiday Shoppers.
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06/18/2012
There are circumstances that could force you to cancel your trip, return home early or require you to seek emergency medical treatment while traveling.
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03/07/2012
Pre-purchase and post-purchase, it is critical to understand consumer rights in case issues arise
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03/01/2012
Effective today, March 1, amendments to the Federal Trade Commission’s Business Opportunity Rule go into effect. The changes implement new disclosures that work-at-home businesses must provide to ensure consumers have the appropriate information they need when considering a work-at-home program.
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03/01/2012
Let the Wisconsin BBB help you be a smarter consumer. To celebrate National Consumer Protection Week, sign up to receive a new consumer tip each day. 7 days, 7 tips, 1 smart consumer!
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02/06/2012
Professional writers can stack websites with positive comments about a particular company’s products or services – or negative feedback about their competitors.
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01/16/2012
Losing weight is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions after enjoying tasty holiday treats. If you’re pledging to lose pounds this year by joining a gym, BBB recommends asking some questions before signing on the dotted line.
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08/22/2011
Facebook has released its first official security guide, a long overdue handbook to help the social media giant's half-billion fans understand, recognize and avoid the multitude of scams they face eve
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08/17/2011
Third party vendors are collecting billions of dollars in erroneous charges placed on mobile and landline phone bills and consumers are getting little help from their telephone service providers with removing and preventing such charges, according to a report released July 12 by the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation.
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05/12/2011
“Earn thousands of dollars from home, by being part of one of America’s fastest growing industries!”
Sounds promising, right? Be your own boss, no experience necessary, and the ad even says “no risk”. All you have to do is send $100 to get started!
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02/22/2011
Knowing how to use the Internet in the 21st century can only be equivocated to having a super power. You can do things that people 30 years ago thought only The Jetsons would be able to accomplish: send letters without needing postage, turn your car on from your phone, operate traffic lights and fire, police and ambulance notification systems.
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02/04/2011
The Consumer Fraud Task Force is warning consumers to be wary of any company that claims it can reduce tax debt in exchange for advance fees.
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11/09/2010
Cases of timeshare fraud have become so widespread that they are stretching the ability of law enforcement, regulators and consumers groups to keep up, the Consumer Fraud Task Force says.
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