The Windows protected your PC tech support scam that displays ana lert that pretends to be a Windows alert that SmartScreen protected you from a threat. This fake alert then states that a malicious ...

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Tech support scams cost victims billions each year and often target the most vulnerable users. Scammers use fear and urgency ...

For the most part, if you see a browser based tech support scam, then you can simply close the browser and start it again. On the other hand, if you are continuously seeing scams like the "Your ...

Some victims of an alleged computer tech scam are getting some money back.The Federal Trade Commission is beginning to send out refunds totaling more than $1.7 million to victims of the scam, which ...

The FBI is warning people to be alert to the threat of technical support scams, in which criminals pose as support staff from computer or software companies and try to trick unsuspecting PC users into ...

A tech support rep calls and offers to fix a computer bug you haven't even noticed, or a pop-up warning appears on the screen, instructing you to dial a number for help. In this con, scammers pose as ...

Which computer company is tops in terms of free tech support? Don't expect it to be anyone on the Windows side of the computer world. Overall, however, the news isn't stellar when it comes to using ...

Tired of bad computer technical support? Here are some tips and tricks to improve your chances of a successful computer problem resolution. Think about the last time you had a computer problem: You ...