More Educational Resources

• FTC Consumer Sentinel - The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) provides free educational material for consumers to protect themselves online or at home. The information is very user-friendly and free.
• Understand your medical privacy - The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is responsible for enforcing the HIPAA legislation. Information from the DHHS Office of Consumer Protection will educate you on your rights as a consumer. HIPAA also has important provisions about the medical records your employer and insurance company keeps on you.
• Get Net Wise - "Get Net Wise" is an educational effort put together by a consortium of companies as a public service to the internet community. Contains information on protecting your privacy, information security and tips for protecting your kids online.
• The Better Business Bureau Online - Long a mainstay for helping protect consumers and small business, the BBB web site is loaded with facts and tips for protecting your identity. The site includes an on-line form for complaint reporting.
• The SANS "Ouch" Newsletter - SANS is an organization of information security professionals that provides information and training. SANS has a number of great resources for user awareness, including a free newsletter that provides tips for defending against the latest internet threats.

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