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Gary Benson
Gary Benson

Posted on • Originally published at digitaltrap.net

What Should You Do About the Windows Tech Support Scam?

“I am calling you from Windows…”

We’ve all had the calls, but what can we really do about the Windows Tech Support and Windows refund scams? Should you hang up, or lead the callers on? Is there anyone you can report them to, and if so, should you even bother? Let’s find out.

The Windows Tech Support Scam Nightmare

Fake Tech Support scams are on the rise and almost everyone is at risk. Scams are difficult to spot. Even seasoned IT professionals have been caught out by Windows scam calls. It’s not hard to see why.

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Herb Wolfe

I've never had the calls, but if I had the time and setup, I'd probably join the numerous YouTube scambaiters at wasting their time.