Have you noticed that everyone on the internet is an expert? It’s definitely not true. However if you do some research most everyone on the internet is either trying to “SCAM” you, “spam” you, steal from you, or talk you into some worthless Matrix program. Some of the rest is making claims that is well beyond fraud.

It’s absolutely pathetic to realize that the internet is full of garbage. However, if you haven’t been stung, you will be. I hate to break it to you but you have to be on guard more now than you did 5 years ago.

Just placing your computer online, chances are great you’ll get a virus. You increase these odds tremendously by downloading something for FREE. Be extremely cautious on that word. “FREE” may be a way for a hacker to access everything you have and then steal your identity.

The main question most people have when coming online is ” Can I make money?”. The answer is “YES”. I’ve definitely found a man that makes money and he is a “JERK”.

If you want to see this “JERK” and all that he does, you are more than welcome to jump on over to http://www.letsworksmarter.com/jerk.html

Before you start jumping in and losing tons of money though, you must first protect yourself. You must be aware that some people on the internet is “Scanning” for open ports. Hackers are trying to get into your personal computer and steal all your personal information. Also, you may not be aware of it, but some of the worst things you can have on your computer is an “ADWARE” program.

Adware programs usually come in by downloading a free piece of software. This adware tracks your habits. Everything you do is like a video being taking of you and your actions. Then it is sent to the advertiser, hacker, or marketer.

You’d wonder where your privacy went. Well, you just have to learn how to deal with all this. Once you understand about “Spamming”, viruses, phishing, adware, matrixes, illegal MLM programs, thieves that steal commissions, hoaxes, chain letters, and con artists, you’ll be ready to protect yourself.

Now, I’m not going to convince you to join anything or anyone. I am simple going to suggest you get a firewall, a virus protector, an ad blocker, and a spam proof email program. I also recommend that you know exactly where you download programs from.

I don’t want “scare” you from coming online, but even if you do everything possible to protect yourself, chances are still very great you’ll get a virus, a spam email or an adware program.

Another problem with spam is when you filter out certain words, you’ll actually filter out some email that you want. Spamming by the way is sending unwanted solicitations. “Yes, Sarah, there is a law against it.” But how do you catch someone, when you don’t know how to trace them or track them?

Now, you can have the greatest spam filter on the planet and chances are, you’ll still have someone beat that filter. Have you seen words like “m oney or M*oney” in any of your emails. A filter will not pick this up because it isn’t a word. However, you’ll be able to recognize it.

I can give you a few hints that may protect you.

1.Do not click on anything in an email. You may get something from ebay or paypal that looks secure. If they address you with the word paypal member or ebay member, chances are it’s a fake email. Don’t click on the “url”.

2.Do not store any personal information on your computer such as credit card numbers, drivers license numbers, or bank account numbers. Have you ever been asked to send your personal information to someone to prove who you are? Some people ask you to send your drivers license, a paycheck stub, a bank statement, and possibly a voided check. How hard would it be to call your bank and get money sent out with this kind of information in the hands of a thief?

3.Do not have an offline email program. This is a program where it downloads your email directly off the server. I know it’s a pain to deal with emails that stay online, but it will increase your protection. The very least you could do is filter the email before downloading it to your offline email program.

4.Before joining any program, make sure it’s legal. It may sound great and they may tell you it’s legal, but let me assure you all chain letters are illegal. Even those that send Christian letters around. You are personally liable for your own actions. If you join, you are liable.

5.Just because it is written on the internet, don’t assume it must be true.

6.Keep your virus protector updated. This is a cheap price to pay when it comes to someone getting into your files.

7.Recognize that 99% of all marketers may lie to you.

8.Do not accept attachments.

Now if I hit you with some words that you don’t understand, by all means educate yourself.

Once you get past all these barriers, you’ll be just one small step into making some money. The first small step is not losing it. I really honestly believe that you should go check out the jerk that makes over $1,000,000. http://www.letsworksmarter.com/jerk.html

Now, I personally have a list of people that I trust. You will build your own list of people. However, if you need any recommendations, I can possibly give them to you. How do you know you can trust ME? Now your getting the ideal.

I will give you my home address, my phone number, and my email address which is more than what most people do.

I try to join as many programs as I can, and I download as much as I can to find these unscrupulous people. Once I do find them, I try to let others know. I usually get about 400 emails a day. I get viruses everyday too. I do this so that I can help others.

Do you know what is really pathetic? Porn email. I could write a complete book on this subject. Millions of viruses come from these!

Good luck. Remember that all the things I’ve written is my opinion only. As you probably already figured out, I fully recommend you find out how the “JERK” made his money. He will tell you exactly how to do it. I paid over 97.00 for this. It’s on sale right now if you hurry. I’d bet he becomes well talked about before the end of the year.

Incidentally I read that book of his a lot. Here is that link again. http://www.letsworksmarter.com/jerk.html

Randall Stafford

PS Do you know what program is by far the best to join? Do you know who to trust? That “jerk” is one I trust because he isn’t asking for anything.

About the author: Randall Stafford has been marketing and surfing the internet since 1994. He has paid his dues as far as marketing. In 1995 and 1996 he had several businesses in the MLM industry, but now concentrates on personal sales. He also tries to find out who is scamming people. He has written several articles on Scams.

Maintaining your computer is extremely important ‘ especially if you are an Internet Marketer. As you know, without your computer, your business can come to a screeching halt. There are 4 important steps in which you can perform on a regular basis, to help protect your computer and your livelihood.

First line of defense, invest in quality virus software. Be it Norton AntiVirus, McAfee Virus Software or another software program, protect yourself and your computer.

I personally have set Norton to run every evening. It may seem like a hassle when you’re trying to get a project done, however, a 10 minute break in the action is far better than a one or two days of down time ‘ and possible loss data, if your computer crashes. And trust me, I’ve learned this from experience.

Second line of defense, invest in ad ware software. I use Ad-Aware SE Personal ‘ you can get the freeware version or the shareware version ‘ the decision is yours. I’m currently using the freeware version, but will eventually be going to the paid version for added protection. Anyway, Ad-Aware SE will protect your computer from such critters as, data-mining, scumware, parasites, mulware, browser hijackers, to name just a few.

A third line of defense is to always backup your data. Even though you don’t want to hear this, realize that your hard-drive can either go belly up or crash. It is always better to have a backup ‘ it shortens the down time.

Just a side note, when I was working in the corporate world, I had the misfortune of having a supervisor that was computer illiterate. My computer started to make sounds similar to that of a seagull. I told my supervisor that I thought my hard-drive was going out. She did not want to believe me, and stated ‘We do not have the money in our budget for a hard-drive’. I found that to be a rather crass remark and waited nervously for my hard-drive to make its exit. To make a long story short, two days later, I get a cryptic statement flashing on my screen that said ‘Back up your Hard-Drive – Error’ — than my hard-drive crashed and died. Amazing, they did have $60 in their little old budget to get a new hard-drive. Now, how much do you suppose my supervisor’s statement cost the company?

Fourth line of defense and maintenance, always clean out your temporary Internet files. It uses up memory!

To clear out your temporary Internet files do the following: 1. Open up your Internet connection. 2. Click On Tools, then Internet Options 3. Under the General Section you should see a section labeled ‘Temporary Internet Files’ 4. Click on the button that says Delete Cookies, and then the button that says Delete Files. When you click on delete files,a box will open up and will ask you if you want to also delete off-line files ‘ check that box, as well.

Within the General Section you should also see a section called History. I decrease the number of days that I hold on to the pages that I visited. Again, this helps to save memory.

These simple maintenance tips can keep your computer clean and protected, which is extremely important when you’re making your living on the Internet.

About the author: Vickie J Scanlon has a BBA degree in Administrative Management and Marketing. Visit her site at: http://www.myaffiliateplace.biz for free tools, articles, ebooks, how to info, and computer software/hardware ‘ to meet your budget and needs.