Avoiding Computer Phone Scams

Cold-calling scams that target English-speaking computer users have been a common occurrence during the past two years. The scammers usually pose as tech support engineers who work for Microsoft or ISPs in an attempt to trick victims into buying questionable security or PC optimization software.

Now they are starting to use the line that they are from your Virus Security Company as people start to wise up to the Microsoft Scam. I guess the golden rule here is not to accept help for your computer off anyone you do not know over the phone.

Microsoft or Virus Software Companies never contact their customers by phone regarding technical support issues, so receiving unsolicited phone calls from people claiming to represent such companies is a good indication of a scam.