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Written by Joseph Richard for everyday people — not computer experts. Every chapter is free to read here. If you'd like the full book offline, with checklists and step-by-step scripts, it's available as an eBook.
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Every day, millions of people are targeted by sophisticated scams. You don't have to be tech-savvy to protect yourself. Learn to spot email, phone, computer, and cryptocurrency fraud before it's too late — one clear chapter at a time.
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Chapter 1Why anyone can be a target — and why slowing down is your best defense.
The four emotional weapons behind almost every scam: urgency, fear, greed, authority.
Spot phishing and other inbox traps, and know what to do if you've clicked.
IRS calls, tech-support fraud, the grandparent scam, and smishing texts.
Fake virus pop-ups, ransomware, malicious downloads, and password safety.
Romance scams, cloned profiles, fake stores, and fraudulent sellers.
A calm, step-by-step recovery plan for the hours after a scam.
A quick, plain-English checklist to lock down your digital life.
Why scammers love crypto, the main schemes, and how to respond.
Written by Joseph Richard for everyday people — not computer experts. Every chapter is free to read here. If you'd like the full book offline, with checklists and step-by-step scripts, it's available as an eBook.