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Mouse Print*-- Chase Email Alert Causes Needless Fraud Scare

Recently MrConsumer received an alert from Chase indicating activity on an account that he had not used in over six months. Since I only rarely use that card, I got worried that I could be a victim of fraud. To see what that alert was really about, read on. That story is in Mouse Print* this week.

Your TV Is Spying on You (and How to Stop It)

Your television (and other modern electronics) are probably spying on you, says the New York Times. How do you stop it? For recent smart television sets, here is a brand-by-brand and step-by-step guide to turning off "ACR" -- automatic content recognition. [Guide created with AI, and may not apply to every model of a brand.]

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Huge Data Site May Have Your Personal Info; How to Remove It

Last year, a huge data site, National Public Data, was hacked exposing millions of people's personal information. They filed for bankruptcy after lawsuits were filed, but now it is under new ownership and alive again. You can easily check and remove your data from the site by first checking if they list you, and then filling out their opt-out form.

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Consumer Alert

Breakfast Cereals Getting Less Healthy; Finding Smarter Choices

A recent study of newer breakast cereals reveals they tend to be increasing in fat, sodium and sugar. Consumer Reports suggests ways to find healthier choices.

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