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Research has determined that the number one reason many people still don’t shop on the Internet is the fear that their personal information, including their credit card numbers, could fall into the hands of website hackers. Well, I can’t say it hasn’t happened in the past, there has been a lot of fraud on the Internet. As time matures, state and federal laws have materialized to protect consumers and banks have initiated policies that protect consumers that are victims of credit card fraud. Still there are measures to take and some common sense fraud avoidance tips that minimize online fraud. Checking web based and card issued privacy policies is prudent. Make sure transactions are handled in a secure or encrypted environment. Looking for trustworthy symbols such as the BBB or Trust-e emblem symbols is wise. Consumers should steer clear of Email offers; check their credit card statements routinely for suspicious transactions and shred pre-approved credit offers or other documents containing personal information before throwing them out. These virtual cards are currently issued to holders of City, Discover and NBNA cards and were specifically designed to enhance the peace of mind for consumers concerned about credit card fraud. The system process differs slightly for each card but their principle purpose is the same.