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Had a phone call saying my computer was sending out warning messages. They want to walk me through changes to stop problem. Is this a scam?

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Had a phone call saying my computer was sending out warning messages. They want to walk me through changes to stop problem. Is this a scam?

Had a phone call saying my computer was sending out warning messages. They want to walk me through changes to stop problem. Is this a scam?

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That is a scam. Give them nothing. Contact your local law enforcement.

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jscher2000 - Support Volunteer
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That sounds very suspicious. I would ask them for their return phone number and then search it to see who they are.

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That is a scam. Give them nothing. Contact your local law enforcement.