Microsoft, FTC kick off 'Get Net Safe' tour

TechWeb | at | by Mike

Microsoft, the National Cyber Security Alliance, the Federal Trade Commission, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and several other organizations launched an Internet safety campaign Tuesday that will tour a dozen U.S. cities to show consumers how to steer clear of spyware, phishing attacks, and other Web threats.

Dubbed the "Get Net Safe" tour, the May-December swing begins in Washington D.C., moves on to Boston, Phoenix, Charlotte, N.C., Chicago, Detroit, New York City, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Dallas before ending up in Orlando.