Intro Post

My name is Alexander Smith and I am currently a business marketing major here at UD. I am computer illiterate and am hoping to do this the right way, if not, better luck next time!
When searching for topics to fulfill this particular courses requirement, I found the topic consumer internet usage which I have a particular interest in. After searching for an article on google, I finally found one that students in our blogging class can really relate to. The article I chose was called “Consumer Internet Barometer” and it breaks down consumer internet usage as well as multiple ways consumers can be scammed using online programs. This article highlights how consumers using online identification and credit cards can have identities stolen as well as other online security worries. The article states that nearly 13 % of all internet users have had identity theft. This is a huge problem in consumer internet usage. If consumers feel less confident about purchases online, the online industry will perish. However, there are many security precautions one can take such as Norton Anti Virus, as well as Spy ware programs which can minimize the risks associated with identity theft online. In fact, the article states that over 70% of consumers have installed additional security on their computers. The article also states that older consumer is usually the ones who are more concerned about identity piracy. Obviously their concern is greater because they have more financial security and have much more to loose by becoming an online consumer. This survey was conducted by the federal government and includes all US domestic household information. Overall, consumers need to feel confident when purchasing and interacting online, or consumer confidence in internet usage will diminish.