What's the problem with SPAM?

SPAM, a small four letter word with a very big meaning. It is an unsolicited, often commercial, message transmitted through the Internet as a mass mailing to a large number of recipients. It is also quite an annoying piece of mail. This usually pops up whenever you go to check your online messages.

The major problem with this type of message however, is that, upon opening it, it usually has some enticing product that may fit with your particular need. This is not the problem. After reading, here’s where it becomes an issue. The decision you make is what’s devastating. You will choose to click on the link, insert your payment information, and never receive a product. If you are one of the “lucky ones” who receive something, you are now in jeopardy of losing your identity. Your payment information is now in the hands of criminals who will sell it for a profit and put you in financial strains.

From a legal standpoint this is a crime. Under federal laws, this is a use of false claims to entice consumers of products that usually do not exist, in order to attain payment information.

People should be aware of these internet scams and only provide such important information to reputable sites. There are ways to research these sites, if they are not properly registered businesses, you should take caution. Contacting the Better Business Bureau (BBB), is another way of finding out such information. Spam is illegal and should be reported whenever you come across them.

Stop them from preying on consumers.