In the current world of global connectivity, communication is faster and more impersonal than ever before. An email sent from Australia could be with its multiple recipients in Europe and North America, before the sender has time to walk to the other side of their office. Customers can buy products from stores without the need to leave their front room. Individuals can find partners on dating sites or offer items for sale on classifieds sites. Global communications provide so many benefits, but with it comes a dark side, as everywhere people "meet" to interact online, criminals lurk trying to steal from innocent victims. From the unsolicited emails in your inbox to the handsome soldier who messages you on the dating site, pathetic Internet scammers hide everywhere looking to profit from others. This book explores the different types of scams, how they work and how to avoid being caught out by them. From Advance Fee Fraud, to Romance Scams, Credit Card Scams, Pet Scams and the dangers of buying and selling online, learn to identify the scams and avoid being caught out by them.