If you receive unsolicited e-mail offers or spam, you can forward the messages to the Federal Trade Commission at [email protected] the the latest e-scams and warnings, visit the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center.The FBI is educating and warning citizens about certain risks and dangers associated with the use of Peer-to-Peer systems on the Internet.While the FBI supports and encourages the development of new technologies, we also recognize that technology can be misused for illicit and, in some cases, criminal purposes.Carelessly downloading e-mail attachments can circumvent even the most vigilant anti-virus software.Never open an e-mail attachment from someone you don’t know, and be wary of forwarded attachments from people you do know. With the growth of high-speed Internet connections, many opt to leave their computers on and ready for action.To report potential e-scams, please go the Internet Crime Complaint Center and file a report.
Child Exploitation and Obscenity: The receipt or distribution of child pornography and unlawful obscenity over the Internet also is a serious federal crime.Computer Hacking: Peer-to-Peer networks also have been abused by hackers.Because these systems potentially expose your computer and files to millions of other users on the network, they also expose your computer to worms and viruses.For multiple networked computers, hardware routers typically provide firewall protection.Antivirus software is designed to prevent malicious software programs from embedding on your computer.