Invasion of Privacy by Michael S. Hyatt Regnery Publishing, Inc.; ISBN: 0895262878 Hardcover - 279 pages (April 18, 2001) Right now, whether you realize it or not, you are exposed and vulnerable. Why? It’s quite simple: privacy is ending. The intimate details of your life-your home address and phone number, Social Security number, bank accounts, credit history, shopping habits, work history, medical records, travel habits-are readily available to anyone who might be interested in them. And you may be shocked to learn just how many groups are clamoring for your information: corporations, criminals, private investigators, government agencies, and more. Although we’ve embraced the Internet and other technological innovations that have brought convenience to our everyday lives, these technologies have made us more vulnerable than ever. In Invasion of Privacy, best-selling author and consumer advocate Michael S. Hyatt exposes the dangers to your security and how you can protect yourself. Among the many risks: Manipulation by marketers: banks regularly sell detailed account information to telemarketers, and even medical records are sold to the highest bidder Credit card fraud: a problem that has only grown worse with the anonymous purchasing afforded by the Internet Identity theft: using just your Social Security number, criminals can steal your identity to rack up debt, write bad checks, and commit other crimes-all in your name Stalking: thanks to the Internet, stalkers have new windows to break into your life Frozen assets: the federal government monitors your every transaction and can even freeze your assets to investigate what it deems “suspicious activity” Frivolous lawsuits: the end of privacy means that nearly anyone with a little know-how can get a list of your assets to decide if you are worth suing Employment insecurity: employers regularly monitor employees in the workplace, and many now assess prospective employees by getting detailed background information on them-often without the applicants’ knowledge Government surveillance: the government now uses high-tech systems to monitor virtually every transmission of any kind, including phone calls, e-mails, Internet downloads, and faxes Fortunately, Hyatt offers specific, real-world countermeasures that will help you end the relentless incursions on your private life. His privacy self-assessment will help you determine where you are now (most people don’t realize how vulnerable they truly are). And his practical strategies and tips will show you how to achieve privacy protection to match your goals and resources. Price: $21.95 - Click here to order: