Staunton Star - Times - Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years

Whether shopping online or in the store, be sure to utilize smart shopping techniques this holiday season. If shopping online, connect with care. Make sure your home wireless network is password protected and set strong passwords that make it hard for cyber criminals to guess. Increased online traffic has made it more lucrative for cyber thieves to trick buyers into scams and steal personal information for financial gain.

Remember the old adage, if it’s too good to be true, it probably is. During the holidays, scammers may send fake emails requiring you to click a link for a special of...