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Seniors, the fastest growing group of Internet users, are the least likely to become online fraud victims, according to a survey released Monday by the computer security firm Symantec. Only 13 percent of those 65 and older had ever responded to a phony or fraudulent e-mail offer, while 21 percent of 18- to 29-year-olds and 19 percent of 30- to 64-year-olds had, 
the survey said.
“The results, frankly, are a little surprising,” said Chris Miller, a group product manager at Symantec. “Seniors’ ability to deal with spam seemed to be a lot better than younger users.” The 30-question online survey was conducted in February for Symantec by Applied Research. The sample of 1,000 Internet users over 18 is representative of the United States.
Personally, I think it’s because they actually take the time to RTFWP, RTFM and follow directions. [What Do YOU Think? Comment on this Post!] [Testify!]
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