Issue Date: May 4, 2008
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A new way to pay restaurant bills
Wireless technology that lets diners swipe their credit cards at the table may offer protection against dishonest waiters who "skim" account numbers. You're the only one who handles your credit card, so your account number doesn't end up in the wrong hands. "European restaurants have used this technology for a while," says Tanya Steel, editor in chief of Epicurious.com. Until it's prevalent here, some tips:
Keep the waiter in sight after you hand over your card. Ideally, he'll take it to a central register, where you can see what's going on.
Check credit card statements carefully. Report irregularities right away. The faster you report a problem, the easier it is to clear it up.
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