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Just curious, do you use your computer for online banking?
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Had to ask the wife because I haven't paid a bill in over 20 years. Yep, online banking here also. Everything is paid online. I'm old school though and like to see the paper invoices when they come in, so real in the mail invoices have not been switched over.
The company I work for doesn't have auto deposit so I still get a check there, but that's ok. Gives my wife the chance to go by the ATM and get my weekly stipend out for me.
The company I work for doesn't have auto deposit so I still get a check there, but that's ok. Gives my wife the chance to go by the ATM and get my weekly stipend out for me.
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I use ATMs for cash.
I use the bank's website for checking balances and spending history.
My paycheck is direct deposited.
I visit a branch whenever I need special help or make odd deposits.
Strictly speaking, I think online banking is safer than having statements mailed to you, unless you use a locked mailbox. And so long as you keep your computer and email secure (strong passwords, firewalls, don't run as an admin, use virus protection on Windows, and don't log into your bank, email, or other important account from some random Internet Cafe computer.)
I use the bank's website for checking balances and spending history.
My paycheck is direct deposited.
I visit a branch whenever I need special help or make odd deposits.
Strictly speaking, I think online banking is safer than having statements mailed to you, unless you use a locked mailbox. And so long as you keep your computer and email secure (strong passwords, firewalls, don't run as an admin, use virus protection on Windows, and don't log into your bank, email, or other important account from some random Internet Cafe computer.)
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Ditto on my end. That is exactly what I do. Agreed 100% on all your suggestions also.
There was only one time I broke that rule and checked my balance at Frys Electronics once and had a friend watch closely for prying eyes!
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I do all my banking online, all my statements are now e-versions and not paper. Much greener way to go and it is safe if you don't get any viruses etc... (Windows)
Mac should be fine.
Security itself only has a slight problem if you transmit over a wireless with no encryption but even these days its hard to find a non-encrypted wireless.
As every wireless device is capable.
Mac should be fine.
Security itself only has a slight problem if you transmit over a wireless with no encryption but even these days its hard to find a non-encrypted wireless.
As every wireless device is capable.
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Well I'm too young to bank online, and don't really use my bank account too much so... but I do use an online broker, TDameritrade... I guess that's close enough.
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