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2. Windows Defender Security Center scam: How to protect your ...

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   Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says a tech support scam used a fake Windows Defender pop-up, tricking the victim to call and download software. ... don't be the slightest bit embarrassed ...

3. How to identify a scam call before you're taken advantage of

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   809 scam. If you receive a call from a number with an 809 area code, it might appear to be coming from the United States, but it’s not. ... While this scam happens quite a bit during open ...

4. Identify legitimate AOL websites, requests, and communications

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   Scammers and bad actors are always looking for ways to get personal info with malicious intent. Know how to recognize legitimate AOL websites, requests, and communications to keep your account secure.

5. Scareware - Wikipedia

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   When the file is run, a full screen representation of the desktop appears. The software then begins simulating deletion of the Windows folder. When this process is complete, a message is slowly typed on screen saying "Thank God this is only a game." A screen with the purchase information appears on screen and then returns to the desktop.

6. 30 Scam Phone Numbers To Block and Area Codes To Avoid - AOL

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   3 Common Types of Scam Calls. Several different types of phone scams exist. Since there is no limit to a scam artist’s potential, recognizing signs of common scams will serve you well. Here are ...

7. Technical support scam - Wikipedia

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   On Windows 10 and 11, since Microsoft removed the syskey utility, scammers will change the user’s account password. The scammer will open the Control Panel, go into user settings and click on change password, and the scammer will ask the user to type in his password in the old password field.

8. Protect yourself from internet scams - AOL Help

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   Once you log in to the scam site, they'll have access to your AOL account info, and the software can infect your computer with viruses or malware. Because of this, you should NEVER click on links or download files from any email you receive from unknown senders.

9. MS Antivirus (malware) - Wikipedia

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   More seriously it can paste a fake picture of a Blue Screen of Death over the screen and then display a fake startup image telling the user to buy the software. The malware may also block certain Windows programs that allow the user to modify or remove it. Programs such as Regedit can be blocked by this malware.