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The Privacy Lawyer: Articles
The Privacy Lawyer: Actions Must Follow Privacy Mea Culpas
InformationWeek,
April 26 2004
This isn't a problem just for
airlines. Audit your data disclosures.
The Privacy Lawyer: Mad as *&%$ And Not Gonna Take It Anymore!
InformationWeek,
March 08 2004
Parry Aftab sounds off about the
things she hates about computers, traveling with one, and the wired world in
general. Let her know your pet peeves, too.
The Privacy Lawyer: Unscrupulous Marketing Practices Of Online Porn Purveyors
InformationWeek,
March 01 2004
The government is cracking down
on operators of adult Web sites that use illegal and unethical methods to
attract children to their sites, Parry Aftab says.
The Privacy Lawyer: Unscrupulous Marketing Practices Of Online Porn Purveyors
InformationWeek,
March 01 2004
The government is cracking down
on operators of adult Web sites that use illegal and unethical methods to
attract children to their sites, Parry Aftab says.
Life After Running A Porn Site
InformationWeek,
March 01 2004
The operator of an adult-content
site is hanging it up as his son enters school, Parry Aftab says.
The Privacy Lawyer: Balancing Act For Security And Privacy Issues
InformationWeek,
February 09 2004
Most security professionals agree
they expect no surprises on the privacy front, Parry Aftab says, but continued
focus and diligence in implementing policy are key.
What's On The Privacy Horizon
InformationWeek,
February 09 2004
Some industry players share their
predictions on upcoming privacy and security concerns with Parry Aftab.
The Privacy Lawyer: Which Kills E-Commerce Faster, The Cure Or The Disease?
InformationWeek,
January 26 2004
Identity theft has reached new
highs--or lows--with a resurgence of phishing, the entrapment of users to steal
logon, credit-card, and other information, Parry Aftab says. Set company
procedures so workers know when the requests are legitimate.
Tips On Spotting A Spoofed Link
InformationWeek,
January 26 2004
Tips from eBay, Citibank, and a
service provider on avoiding phishing and spoofing schemes. -- Sidebar to: Which
Kills E-Commerce Faster, The Cure Or The Disease?
Phishing By Brand Name: Tips On How To Check For Fraud
InformationWeek,
January 26 2004
Companies such as eBay offer
hints for avoiding being phished. -- Sidebar to: Which Kills E-Commerce Faster,
The Cure Or The Disease?
Phishing Vulnerabilities In Microsoft's Internet Explorer, Plus A New
Server-Access Ploy
InformationWeek,
January 26 2004
Until recently, consumer
advocates recommended that you check the browser's URL window and make sure it
confirms that you've linked to the site you expected. If the two didn't match,
you knew you were being spoofed from a phished link. -- Sidebar to: Which Kills
E-Commerce Faster, The Cure Or The Disease?
The Privacy Lawyer: Kids' Online Privacy
InformationWeek,
January 19 2004
What you don't know about
children's privacy regulations and your online information collection practices
can hurt you, says Parry Aftab.
How COPPA Came About
InformationWeek,
January 19 2004
Here's how the Children's Online
Privacy Protection Act got its start. -- Sidebar to: Kids' Online Privacy
COPPA Checklist
InformationWeek,
January 19 2004
Do these questions apply to
information gathered on your Web site, Parry Aftab asks? If so, learn about
children's privacy laws.
The Privacy Lawyer: Don't Get Fooled Again
InformationWeek,
January 05 2004
Do E-mailed claims sound too good
to be true? They probably are.
Criminals Are Made, Not Born
InformationWeek,
January 05 2004
Many people, in trying to cash in
on the millions of dollars promised in the Nigerian schemes, find themselves
stealing to fund their investments. -- Sidebar to: The Privacy Lawyer: Don't Get
Fooled Again
From Nigeria With Love...
InformationWeek,
January 05 2004
If you ever need a good
connection in Africa, let me know--especially if you need to know the powerful
players in Nigeria. -- Sidebar to: The Privacy Lawyer: Don't Get Fooled Again
The Privacy Lawyer: Here's To Happy, Safe Holidays
InformationWeek,
December 22 2003
How do you find out if your
family's personal information is on the Web when it shouldn't be? Parry Aftab
offers a how-to for seeing what personal information is out there, and
suggestions for getting it removed.
Online Auctions: Going...Going...Uh-Oh!
InformationWeek,
December 22 2003
Follow basic safety and
common-sense precautions when you use online auction sites, then enjoy the
bargain hunting, Parry Aftab says.
Interactive Gaming, Safety, And Privacy
InformationWeek,
December 22 2003
There are sites that are fun and
safe for kids to visit, Parry Aftab notes. Plus, WiredSafety.org lists its top
kid gaming sites.
The Privacy Lawyer: Crack The Online Whip
InformationWeek,
December 15 2003
Parry Aftab says the real world
provides five good reasons why you should keep a tight rein on employees' use of
the Web. And like Charlie Brown's foil, Lucy, often threatens to do, the real
world will crack those five reasons on your skull if you get lax.
Celebrating The Holidays Online
InformationWeek,
December 15 2003
A Pew study reports that a third
of those who bought holiday gifts online last year did so from work.
Q&A About 3PT
InformationWeek,
November 17 2003
3PT is a framework approach to
designing privacy solutions by developing people who create policies implemented
through procedures supported by technologies.
The Privacy Lawyer: CPO Watch: Richard Purcell
InformationWeek,
November 17 2003
Richard Purcell, the first CPO of
Microsoft, is a visionary, Parry Aftab says, understanding the need for privacy
advisers in major companies long before others did.
Q&A With Richard Purcell
InformationWeek,
November 17 2003
Each CPO will be asked the same
questions to see what they have in common and how they see things differently.
Here are Richard Purcell's responses.
The Privacy Lawyer: Cyberloafing's Drain On Productivity
InformationWeek,
November 10 2003
Some studies estimate that
companies lose up to $50 billion annually in wasted employee time and resources
online. To address the problem, Parry Aftab says, you need to know what your
employees are doing and how much time they spend doing it.
Neopets Anonymous
InformationWeek,
November 10 2003
With more than 60 million
registered users and some of the stickiest content on the Internet, its users
spend more time at the site than any other site reported.
Not Everyone Is Bothered By Fed Access To Personal Data
InformationWeek,
April 26 2004
It seems that people older than
30 reared in the United States are the most bothered by companies handing over
records to the government, Parry Aftab says.
Putting Privacy Into Employees' Hands
InformationWeek,
April 19 2004
Companies have always protected
data in different ways, whether it's customer records, intellectual property, or
personnel data
Not Everyone Is Bothered By Fed Access To Personal Data
InformationWeek,
April 26 2004
It seems that people older than
30 reared in the United States are the most bothered by companies handing over
records to the government, Parry Aftab says.
Pornographer To Sell Whitehouse.com Web Address
InformationWeek,
February 10 2004
Owner Daniel Parisi says he's
worried about what his preschool-age son will think.
The Privacy Lawyer: Want The Low-Down On Your Cheating Spouse? Consider That You
May Be Breaking The Law
InformationWeek,
October 27 2003
It's tempting to read someone
else's E-mail or spy on their online chats. Before you do, Parry Aftab says,
consider: What privacy laws are you trampling in your rush for the scoop?
Teen Ethics: Free Is A Tough Habit For Kids To Break
InformationWeek,
October 27 2003
Get them young, Aftab urges. The
first service that kids 14 and over can use 'is going to own the kids' market.'
How The Patriot Act Could Put You In A Spot
InformationWeek,
October 21 2003
If you've taken your privacy
policy seriously, you're rightfully proud of it. But the Patriot Act could make
your policy mincemeat.
The Privacy Lawyer: Patriotism, Compliance, And Confidentiality
InformationWeek,
October 20 2003
Is it unpatriotic to demand a
court order before turning over information under the Patriot Act, Parry Aftab
asks?
Editor's Note: Need An Answer? Ask A Teenager.
InformationWeek,
October 13 2003
Editor's Note - October 13, 2003
The Privacy Lawyer: What To Do Before The RIAA Knocks
InformationWeek,
October 06 2003
You don't want to be subpoenaed,
but if you are served, be prepared
The Privacy Lawyer: What To Do Before The RIAA Knocks
InformationWeek,
October 06 2003
You don't want to be subpoenaed,
but if you are served, be prepared
The Privacy Lawyer: The Magical World Of Music Online
InformationWeek,
September 29 2003
Now we know the music industry is
going after teenagers. But employers need to be prepared, too, in case a
subpoena arrives from the RIAA.
Should License Be Required To Go Online?
InformationWeek,
September 11 2003
It's been suggested that people
pass mandatory training before they can go online.
Editor's Note: Companies Must Provide Direction
InformationWeek,
May 12 2003
Editor's Note - May 12, 2003
Legal Brief: When The Unthinkable Becomes A Reality
InformationWeek,
May 12 2003
InformationWeek.com's informal
poll shows that 51% of respondents' companies don't have policies regarding
child pornography
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