Scam tech calls: Why you should never trust a random IT support call


"Hi, I'm from Microsoft support." Never ever trust a cold call from someone claiming to be from a major IT company and trying to help you. — dpa

"Hi, I'm calling from Microsoft. We believe your computer has been infected by a virus."

Anyone who gets a cold call from someone claiming to be from a large IT companies and offering help should hang up immediately.

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