Microsoft has confirmed that it is investigating a problem described as the "black screen of death", which affects its latest operating system. The error means that users of Windows 7 see a totally black screen after logging on to the system.

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For businesses, positively identifying someone online - by name, or physical location - is extremely difficult. Many Internet firms seek to verify the identity of customers by requesting scanned copies of their driver's licenses, passports, or utility bills.

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If there is any truth to the old saying that there is no honor among thieves then it is doubly true for thieves who transact with one another yet never actually meet face-to-face.

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These days, nearly every aspect of the underground online economy that supports commercial crime operations has been automated. Online forums and criminal social networking sites have long offered aspiring newbies tips on getting started.

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"Microsoft's June security updates were bad news for online criminals who make their living stealing password information from online gamers.

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