User name field on computer screen © William Andrew,
Photographer  If you haven't already, cruise over to ZabaSearch
and enter your name. Chances are fairly good you'll find it,
along with your address, your phone number and possibly your
age. Click on your name, and a helpful map targeting your
address pops up. Oh, yes, and there's a "Get the dirt" link for
further information.  OK, now try to find a way to opt out of
having your information shared this way. Not so easy, huh?  I
did finally find the link here. You're asked to fax a copy of
your driver's license. I tried, several times. The fax number
listed wouldn't accept the call.  And there you have, in a
nutshell, what's wrong with the online data industry. Dozens of
sites like ZabaSearch make money selling your personal
information, which also can include an estimate of your income,
as well as unlisted phone numbers, email addresses and the names
of your spouse and even your children. Many of these sites
aren't all that helpful when you want your privac