Trend Micro Consumer Newsletter | Security Tips, Tricks, and Updates January 2010      


It was a pleasure to help make 2009 a safe and productive year for our customers, friends, and supporters. From all of us at Trend Micro, here's to a fruitful and very happy 2010!

- Safety Tips for Online Gaming
- Top Online Scams of 2009
- Tax Season Alert: Avoid Fake IRS Scams
- Boost PC Performance With These 3 Simple Tips

Safety Tips for Online Gaming

For many kids, online gaming is as much a part of everyday life as—well, cell phones and Twitter. Unfortunately, the anonymity of the Internet assures that online gaming will attract more players than just your innocent child. How can you help protect your child from cyberbullies, predators, and identity thieves? Read more >

Top Online Scams of 2009

Last year, one group of people carried on business with their usual dedication and ingenuity: scammers. Thanks to their diligent efforts, millions of innocent consumers were harassed, defrauded, and robbed of valuable personal information that could do serious damage to their credit and privacy for years to come. Here, in no particular order, were some of the most memorable scams of 2009—and ones to watch for in the year ahead. Read more >

Tax Season Alert: Avoid Fake IRS Scams

It may feel early, but it's time to start cracking on your 2009 taxes. By January 31, you should have received W-2s and 1099 forms for the 2009 tax year—which means you can file any time. Be advised, though, that law-abiding citizens aren't the only people keeping a close eye on the IRS's yearly schedule. Identity thieves will take full advantage of the tax-filing season to prey on the unwary. Read more >


Boost PC Performance With These 3 Simple Tips

Is your PC slower than it used to be and is it frustrating you by crashing and slowing down? You don't need to put up with poor computer performance any longer. Read more >


Get a Jump This Year on Your Taxes and Save 20%



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