Many people see working at home as the holy grail of job perks. And thanks to the Internet, it's totally possible. Whether you want a full-time job or just want to make a little extra money on the side, the options are there if you know where to look.

I should warn you now that "working from home" and "online jobs" do not translate to "get rich quick." Always be extremely skeptical of jobs that promise a fortune for very little work. They're almost guaranteed to be scams.

Here are some more quick guidelines to avoid scams while looking for jobs online: