[syshax]

You can freeze your credit. I don't claim it to be a comprehensive solution to a complicated topic like identity theft, but it helps, and is fairly easy and inexpensive to do.

http://www.clarkhoward.com/news/clark-howard/personal-financ...

[bsimpson]

I love that companies that I never agreed to have a business relationship with can charge me to preempt getting fucked by their shitty security.

"Fees for Identity Theft Victims: Free; Non-victims: $10"

If I wait to become a victim, I can save tens of dollars!