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Businessweek.com: The Privacy War of Richard Smith

For Students 9th - 10th
This article details the computer work of Richard Smith and his mission to make consumers aware of the threat of eroding computer and technology privacy. (Feb. 14, 2000)
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Federal Trade Commission

Ftc: Consumer Information: Privacy, Identity and Online Security

For Students 9th - 10th
Knowing how to protect your personal information and your identity is a must in the 21st century. Here are some tips for doing it effectively.
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Identity Theft Resource Center

For Students 9th - 10th
Students learn about identity theft. The resource consists of consumer and victim support, prevention information, and public education about identity theft. Topics examined are scams, consumer alerts, and victim solutions, and...
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Find Biometrics, Global Identity Management

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is geared more toward a consumer than a student, but it does list, describe, and in some cases compare each of the primary identification methods (fingerprints, iris recognition, voice, etc).
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Federal Trade Commission

On Guard Online: Protect Kids Online

For Students 9th - 10th
Become cyber smart! Learn some practical tips that will help guard you against Internet fraud and protect your personal information. Topics include kids' privacy laws, computer security, informational videos, and internet quizzes.
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Next Gen Personal Finance

Next Gen Personal Finance: Financial Pitfalls Data Crunch

For Students 9th - 10th
Data Crunches feature one chart or graph followed by five scaffolded questions to guide students through analyzing the data and drawing conclusions. These sets of data help students understand financial concepts.
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Federal Trade Commission

Ftc: Protecting Kids Online: Kids and Socializing Online

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Apply real-world judgment to help minimize risks while kids socialize online.
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Morino Institute: Promise of a New Communications Age

For Students 9th - 10th
This speech outlines the nature of the communications revolution, establishes a framework for the most important challenges that must be addressed and proposes an Agenda for Action for individuals and groups to take advantage of the...