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2. This is when you're most likely to get a spam call - AOL

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   It also expects telephone providers like AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon to do what they can to reduce these kinds of calls. ... Consumers can visit the FCC's guide for blocking unwanted phone calls, ...

3. What You Need to Know About Spam Calls and 7 Ways to ... - AOL

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   T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile users can turn on Scam Block to never see those calls again: Just dial #662# to activate this powerful defense or turn it on in the Scam Shield app. Sprint customers ...

4. STIR/SHAKEN - Wikipedia

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   STIR/SHAKEN, or SHAKEN/STIR, is a suite of protocols and procedures intended to combat caller ID spoofing on public telephone networks.Caller ID spoofing is used by robocallers to mask their identity or to make it appear the call is from a legitimate source, often a nearby phone number with the same area code and exchange, or from well-known agencies like the Internal Revenue Service or ...

5. How to stop robocalls and spam calls for good - AOL

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   “Verizon has implemented new services to help its customers avoid illegal robocalls. The new Call Filter service offers spam alerts and new protections from robocalls for its wireless customers.

6. Call blocking - Wikipedia

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   Call blocking, also known as call block, call screening, or call rejection, allows a telephone subscriber to block incoming calls from specific telephone numbers. This feature may require an additional payment to the subscriber's telephone company or a third-party. Call blocking is desired by individuals who wish to block unwanted phone calls.

7. Anonymous call rejection - Wikipedia

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   In many voice telephone networks, anonymous call rejection (ACR) is a calling feature implemented in software on the network that automatically screens out calls from callers who have blocked their caller ID information. The caller usually hears a voice message explaining that their call cannot be connected unless they display their number.

8. Stop unwanted calls and texts from hitting your cellphone - AOL

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   If they call back, file a complaint with the FTC at donotcall.gov or 1-888-382-1222. But these days, many companies find it cheaper, easier and more profitable to send advertisements by text.

9. Identify legitimate AOL websites, requests, and communications

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   • Don't enable the "use less secure apps" feature. • Don't reply to any SMS request asking for a verification code. • Don't respond to unsolicited emails or requests to send money. • Pay attention to the types of data you're authorizing access to, especially in third-party apps.