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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Bureau of Consumer Protection presents the January 2002 consumer alert "Privacy: Tips for Protecting Your Personal Information" in PDF format. The alert offers suggestions for helping consumers manage their personal information and minimize its misuse.
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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) presents the October 2000 consumer alert "Hoax Targets Elderly African Americans" in PDF format. The alert describes a scam that attempts to get personal identifying information from elderly African Americans. The scam claims that African Americans can apply for slave reparations and get $5000.00 in Social Security reimbursements.
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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Bureau of Consumer Protection presents the January 2002 consumer alert "Privacy: What You Do Know Can Protect You" in PDF format. The alert offers contact information for agencies that can help consumers protect their personal information. The office provides this information for credit bureaus, state departments of motor vehicles, direct marketers, and others.