AG's new Internet safety site covers online gaming to senior dating

In a recent poll conducted by Microsoft, 57 percent of respondents weren’t sure they fully knew how to effectively protect their information online. The Internet has opened the door to crimes that threaten public safety including financial fraud, harassment and child exploitation.

The Attorney General’s Office, in partnership with national Internet safety expert Linda Criddle, recently updated its Internet Safety Web pages to better inform youth, adults, teachers and seniors about how to reduce risk online. Among the many topics covered: creating e-mail aliases, online gaming, mobile computing and opportunities for seniors to socialize.

“The Internet has made life easier for all of us in so many ways, but it’s also made it easier for criminals, scammers and bullies,” Attorney General Rob McKenna said. “This new information will help people update their Internet safety regimen and learn ways they may be exposing themselves to ID theft, stalking, scams and other Internet threats.”