Identity Theft

If you do any business on the Internet, then it is possible for criminals to steal your Social Security number, account number and eventually your identity. Protecting yourself from identity theft on the Internet can save you money and hassles.

Predators

Parents who do not monitor their children's activity on the Internet are allowing them to be exposed to predators who search the Internet looking to lure children into trouble.

Viruses

Without the proper protection on your computer, it is possible to have a virus appear on your PC that could steal your information, slow your computer's processing abilities almost to a stop and wipe out all of the information on your hard drive.

Home Theft

Many people enjoy using social websites that allow endless status updates. One of the Internet safety rules to social websites is to never post when you are leaving your home. If someone who knows where you live sees you are not at home, that might encourage theft.

Protection

Aside from being careful on where you give your personal information on the Internet, you can protect your computer from Internet dangers with anti-virus software and the firewall feature that comes with your computer's operating system.

Source:

Kidshealth.org

PCAntiVirusReviews.com

Fraud.org