This isn't a new method of identity theft which a hacker busts into your computer and has a field day on your personal information. These identity thieves are always changing their methods along with methods of hacking computers. So what is the best method of securing your computer.

The first thing you need to consider is an anti-virus software along with a firewall. The anti-virus software is for finding viruses and trojans that could be on your computer. These files will either sit there until you find them, or depending on what kind of virus it is, it could screw up your whole computer even deleting the entire thing. The files could also wait until you type in your personal information to make you more at risk for identity theft. Most anti-virus programs, if installed and activated before receiving a virus will notify that moment and remove the malicious virus for you. Investing in an anti-virus program is always a good idea in protecting you from identity theft and much more.

Most anti-virus software contains a firewall along with the purchase. If not this is really important. A firewall is a blocker from harmful networks to hack into your computer. Operating systems have a natural firewall but it might be easily bypassed. You will have to look into you OS fireawall to see if your covered. Extra protection with this is always necessary.

If you find yourself on the internet a lot, then protection is what you need to make sure you aren't a victim of identity theft.

This is just another tip for preventing identity theft - Internet security is a big prevention method. So if you have any unused files floating around with information like your name, address, and social security number, dispose of them. Make sure while surfing online, you don't download any files that you might be think is harmful.

Trying to help you protect yourself from identity theft,

- Mr. Identity Theft Protector