> I don't know of any instances of people taken in by Internet scams. An ACCC
> spokesperson made a claim of "thousands" on ABC Radio this morning, but gave
> no details. However, we are likely to see variations on age old scams soon
> enough. Having ACCC on the case early will reassure people their interests
> are being protected. Of course how much they need to, or can, be protected
> is an issue and it doesn't help to just alarm the public.
If they include spam advertising in the list of 'scam' then this could be a
mighty fine thing.
I think it is justified to be called a scam, many companies are wooed with the
possibility of advertising to thousands for little monetary cost, completely
unaware of the ill-will and loss of credibility that it will bring.
Spam oufits such as Cyber-promo play upon the desire without informing the
customer of the consequences.
Regards,
Damien Miller
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