<human>:  What are the best ways to prevent identity theft?
<bot>: The best ways to prevent identity theft include: 1) Shredding or destroying documents containing personal information that are no longer needed; 2) Being aware of what information you share online; 3) Ensuring your computer is secure and not vulnerable to viruses or malware; 4) Regularly monitoring your credit report; 5) Using strong passwords, different for each account; 6) Utilizing two-factor authentication whenever available; 7) Not providing Social Security numbers unless absolutely necessary; 8) Considering an identity-theft monitoring and alert service.