INTERNET ALERT

Did you recently buy an airline ticket on the net? While you may think-‘everyone shops online now, so why shouldn’t I?’ Make sure you don’t bite an identity thief’s bait. Here’s how:
1. The lock symbol in your browser’s status bar (left corner) and “https” in the address bar (on top) show that you’ve got a secure connection.
2. Always “log off” from your account. If you get an e-mail about a problem with a bank, don’t click on any links; go directly to the website.
3. Beware of “phishing”- the phisher first impersonates a legitimate company and mails you asking you to go to a special site to update your account information.
4. Don’t provide your credit card number unless you trust the website.
5. Create passwords with alphabets and numbers. Don’t write them down or set your PC to ‘remember password’.
6. Use your own PC for monetary transactions. Public computers and wireless internet (Wi-Fi) are less secure.
7. Don’t give personal detail to someone you’ve just met on face book or orkut. Most sites as for age, DOB, e-mail, number, and mother’s maiden name; be cautious about sharing such information.


DIY! To craft these cotton tail toys, gather” (cast- off) patterned single socks, a needle thread, felt foam or polyester stuffing (from a fabric store) and scissors. Turn sock inside out; snip down the middle of toe; stitch each “ear” closed. Flip sock right- side out; stuff; sew closed (you can also knot the ears, as on our blue bunny). Add features in felt or use colorful buttons.