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The Top Most Convenient Products To Buy Online: Shopping Guide

Online stores have changed the way people shop forever. You can buy virtually anything you want with just a few keystrokes, and it's delivered right to your door. However, there are certain products that people like buying more than others because of the sheer convenience and selection. See which of these four categories are among your favorites.

The Top Most Convenient Products To Buy Online

Personal Items

People are hooked on buying personal items online. Not only is it quick and easy, but it also keeps you relatively anonymous. Whether you're shopping for medical goods, vitamins, vape supplies, or even lingerie, buying personal things online allows you to stay at home and not have to shop in person for merchandise that's difficult to find or embarrassing to buy.

Books and Music

Unless you live close to a bookstore, finding books and music has become difficult in most brick and mortar stores. When you purchase online, you have a greater inventory to choose from and you can select either hard copies or electronic versions. Shopping online for these items means never again missing a new release.

Hard-To-Find Food

If you've ever had a favorite food item discontinued, you know the disappointment. Just because it's not for sale where you live doesn't mean it's gone everywhere. Step in online shopping! People love the satisfaction of locating hard-to-find foods and even nostalgic candy from childhood. Finding long-lost goodies you thought were gone forever are a real treat.

Electronics

With the disappearance of many electronic supply stores, finding the correct cables, chargers and other gadgets can be a challenge. Online, you have endless possibilities to find just the right pieces. Computers and laptops are also popular online purchases, as you can read reviews and not make a pressured decision in a busy store. Plus, you won't have to lug around any heavy boxes.

Airline Tickets

Remember the days when you needed a travel agent if you planned on flying? With the sale of airline tickets and vacation packages online, anyone can be their own agent. Because these sites are so successful and need to compete, that means you can hunt down prices that work for you. With a variety of payment options, booking travel is easier than ever.

Rare Items

Online shopping has never been hotter and it's no surprise considering that you can buy rare and difficult-to-find items with just an internet connection. When you take into consideration the convenience and selection, buying online just can't be beaten.



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Consumer News: Quishing surge as criminals target older adults
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A fast-growing twist on phishing

By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs
December 30, 2025

Quishing, or QR-code phishing, is emerging as a fast-growing fraud tactic.

Consumer advocates say older adults are among the most frequent targets.

Experts urge skepticism of urgent messages and caution when scanning codes.


A new form of fraud known as quishingshort for QR-code phishingis quickly becoming a favorite tool of scammers, and consumer advocates warn that older adults are among the most frequent targets.

Unlike traditional phishing schemes that rely on suspicious emails or text messages, quishing uses QR codes to lure victims to fake websites or malware downloads. The codes may appear on mailed notices, parking tickets, restaurant flyers, utility bills, or even fraudulent bank alerts. A simple scan with a smartphone can direct users to a website designed to harvest personal information or trigger malicious downloads.

This tactic works because QR codes have become ordinary and expected, said Maria Phillips, a digital-security analyst with the nonprofit CyberSafe Elders. People assume theyre harmless, and scammers are exploiting that trust.

Why seniors are being targeted

Seniors are particularly vulnerable to quishing for several reasons. Many are still adjusting to QR-code technology, which became widespread during the pandemic. At the same time, older adults are more likely to receive mailed notices about healthcare, government benefits, or financial accountsprime opportunities for criminals to insert phony QR codes that appear legitimate.

In some cases, scammers place counterfeit QR-code stickers over real ones in public spaces. In others, they mail convincing letters urging recipients to scan immediately to avoid late fees, account suspension, or benefit loss.

Once a victim scans the code, they may be asked to enter login credentials, Social Security numbers, or credit card detailsinformation that can be used for identity theft or direct financial fraud.

Criminals know exactly which messages older adults are most likely to trust, said Denise Carr, policy director at the National Consumer Protection Council. The problem isnt carelessnessits that the are designed to look routine.

How seniors can protect themselves

Experts say the most effective defense against quishing is a mix of caution and independent verification.

Be skeptical of urgency. Scammers often pressure victims to act quickly. Legitimate companies rarely demand immediate action through a QR code.

Verify the source independently. Instead of scanning, users should type the organizations official website into a browser or call a known, trusted phone number.

Avoid scanning unexpected codes. Particularly in mail, on flyers, or in public placesespecially if the message involves money, accounts, or personal information.

As technology evolves, so do . Consumer advocates stress that quishing is not a sign of user error but a sophisticated tactic intentionally designed to blend into daily life. For seniors and their families, heightened awareness may be the strongest protection of all.


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