New Facebook features to prevent crime

[AP] Facebook’s millions of users are a lucrative target for internet criminals looking to steal passwords and more. To combat malicious attacks, phishing scams and spam, the online social network is rolling out new security features.You can ask to be notified by email or text message when your account is accessed from a computer or mobile device you haven’t used before. The log-in attempt may be legitimate when you’re traveling, but if you haven’t left home in a week, you probably ought to change your password.
http://www.theage.com.au/technology/technology-news/new-facebook-features-to-prevent-crime-20100514-v2mp.html
http://www.smh.com.au/technology/technology-news/new-facebook-features-to-prevent-crime-20100514-v2mp.html

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