Columbia, MO—With Earth Day fast approaching on April 22, 2008, computer users are looking to reduce energy consumption and waste when they use and upgrade their computers and other electronic gadgets. Few people realize how a couple small changes can help save energy, resources and even the money in their pocket.

Earth Day, April 22, is right around the corner, and many Missourians are looking for ways to lessen their negative impact on the environment. While everyone knows how important it is to reduce, reuse and recycle, many are afraid of what it may cost them to "go green."

It may alleviate some fear, however, to know consumers can actually save from going green—and without spending a dime. Reducing, reusing and recycling are often free-of-cost and have high and promising returns on investment.

Phishing is a form of identity theft in which a person or group of people attempts to obtain an individual’s personal information by masquerading as a legitimate business.

According to Symantec, reports of phishing not only increased in 2006, but phishers are becoming more creative and sophisticated in their attempts as well. Phishing can be accomplished not only via e-mail, but also through a telephone call, text message, instant message or on a social networking site (such as MySpace).