Tuesday, 7 December 2010

Senate Passes Bill to Protect Online Shoppers from Bait and Switch Tactics

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December 7, 2010
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Senate Passes Bill to Protect Online Shoppers from Bait and Switch Tactics
A bill to protect online shoppers from bait-and-switch scams was approved Wednesday by the U.S. Senate. The measure aims stop online shoppers from bait and switch tactics for subscription services. - John P. Mello Jr., PCWorld
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