Has anyone received a call indicating that it was Windows and there was a threat to my computor... They said that someone hacked my computer and used it to hack other computers.

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• has received a call indicating that they are microsoft tech

  make calls - asking for the number of Internet service provider or asked me to put a number in - ask for her number and I can not only outside.

  It's a scam.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/online-privacy/msName.aspx

  http://blogs.msdn.com/b/securitytipstalk/archive/2010/03/09/Don-t-fall-for-phony-phone-tech-support.aspx

  http://ask-Leo.com/i_got_a_call_from_microsoft_and_allowed_them_access_to_my_computer_what_do_i_do_now.html

• Phone call warned that a "hacker" attempts to access my computer.

  I just got a phone call indicating that a 'hacker' was trying to acess my Windows operating system.  I was instructed to go to the computer and follow the instructions.  I don't have that.  What is a legal appeal or a scam?

  No, it is not legal but an attempt to get to either give someone access to your computer or make you buy a worthless or even dangerous software.

  You ask yourself who would call you even if such an attempt has been made. A checking the logs of most firewall routers frequently show "probes" by external connections to a network. Why would they choose you ' help '?

• I received a note indicating that my MAC might be infected by a virus and she said to call a 1-866 number, which was the support Apple... is this true or a scam

  I received a note indicating that my MAC might be infected by a virus and she said to call a 1-866 number, which was the support Apple... is this true or a scam

  It's a scam

  Whatever you do, do not call this number

• Has had a phone call saying that my computer has sent warning messages. They want to guide me through the changes to stop the problem. Is it a scam?

  Has had a phone call saying that my computer has sent warning messages. They want to guide me through the changes to stop the problem. Is it a scam?

  It's a scam. Give them nothing.
  Contact your local police.

• I received the email indicating that payment is confirmed and would receive details of where and how to download in 24Hrs but it was January 29 and still nothing of what is happening? I still have no way to download and install and need to

  I received the email indicating that payment is confirmed and would receive details of where and how to download in 24Hrs but it was January 29 and still nothing of what is happening? I still have no way to download and install and you need to get this sort no matter what Advisor

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  Some general information for a subscription of cloud

  Cloud programs don't use serial... numbers you, connect you to your cloud account paying to download & install & activate... you may need to sign out of the cloud and restart your computer and log into the cloud for things to work

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• We received a call from a person of 'Windows' 618-463-1412 number tonight.

  We received a call from a person of 'Windows' tonight (20:08 August 9, 2011) number 618-463-1412 asking us to help solve a problem with our computer that was going to have a virus to infect if it did not give them control of our system... they asked us to CTRL R (together) and the type of read-AHEAD and count the files in there... my wife called me at this time.  I suggested she get the telephone number of the person 'Windows' and ask for identification. The person said she would phone in 20 minutes and up... hanging not too surprised there is no recall yet (1 h later).

  Hello

  It's a SCAM

  they want or money on your part for programs without value or make an identity theft on you to get even more money and get your internet banking passwords and credit card by obtaining information allows you to download the software to 'fix' or 'test' for your computer or install via remote access

  read this:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/online-privacy/msName.aspx

  Microsoft has none of the unsolicited telephone calls to help you fix your computer

  In this type of scam cybercriminals are calling you and claim to be of Support technique Microsoft. They offer help with your computer problems. Once scammers have earned your trust, they try to steal and damage your computer with malicious software, including viruses and spyware.

  Although the law enforcement can trace phone numbers, often authors use pay telephones, disposable cell phones or stolen cellular phone numbers. Better avoid fooling themselves rather than try to repair the damage afterwards.

  Treat all unsolicited sceptically telephone calls. Don't provide personal information.

  If you receive an unsolicited call from someone who claims to be from Technical Support Microsoft, hang up. We do not have such calls.

  If you think you might be a victim of fraud, you can report it. For more information, see: what to do if you think you have been scammed.

• Every day I receive a notice that someone on my computer using the same I.P. address

  Title of the Moose: I. Address of P.

  Every day I receive a notice that someone on my computer using the same I.P. address but yet I found nothing of canoe

  Hello

  (1) work on a domain network?

  (2) how long have you been faced with this problem?

  (3) what is you receive the exact error message?

  Method 1:  If it is a small network of computers on homegroup, contact the person with administrative rights system on your network.

  Method 2:  Make sure that the network card is configured according to the manufacturer's specifications and that the configuration is not incompatible with the other hardware configurations.

  Method 3: Run Microsoft Security scanner (MSS) to any threat and try to correct
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx

  Note: Infected files can be deleted from your computer; There is a chance of data loss.

  Method 4: download and install all available Windows Update

  Install Windows updates
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/install-Windows-updates

  If you are working on a domain network, then please post your query on the TechNet forums for more specialized help.

  TechNet Forum

  http://social.technet.Microsoft.com/forums/en/w7itpronetworking/threads

• I discovered that someone from another computer was hacking or using my information, how do I report them?

  I COULDN'T HAVE MY IMPORTANT EMAILS. THIS PERSON HAS CHANGED SOME OF MY PASSWORDS ON SOME PROGRAMS. I HAD TO GET NEW PASSWORDS FOR MY BANK, FACEBOOK AND SOME OTHER ACCOUNTS.

  Original title: I discovered that someone from another computer hacking or using the information available to me. THEIR IP ADDRESS IS 200.1.27.75. HOW CAN I REPORT THEM?

  Hi Johnny,

  . What operating system is installed on your computer?

  What version of the operating system Windows am I running? :

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/help/which-version-of-the-Windows-operating-system-am-i-running

  Many computers users be prey to pirates and the crimes they commit on companies and unsuspecting individuals. In the case of crime in your home or business, it is not difficult to report the hacker.

  a. determine which agency has jurisdiction over the crime. It depends on if the crime was committed at home or at your company and the address of that particular place. If you live within the city limits, the appropriate agency will usually be your city police service. If you live outside the city, in the County limits, contact your local sheriff's office.

  b. call the non-emergency number for your local police department or the Sheriff's Office to report the crime. Ask to speak to someone in the division of the detective into a crime of Internet.

  c. a hacker report online through the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). Strive to work directly with your local agency before declaring online.

  d. to request the opinion of the Agency where you reported the crime. Ask what are the procedures they recommend to protect your computer from future attempts of hacking. Ask the Agency studying your crime to provide documentation in support of your case.

  I hope this helps.

• Security: Is it possible that someone hacked in to moniter what I write on e-mail?

  When I write comments on the emails I submit, they automatically say posted in drafts, but not in my drafts when I check to see. Is it possible that someone hacked in to moniter what I write on these attackers? What should I do about it?

  In Hotmail, your e-mail will be automatically save in the project as you write, if your browser suddenly closes then it save indraft, once you send then it will delete the project or if you discard email. If this is the case, this is normal.

• Received a call this morning saying that my computer has sent an error message indicating that my computer was likely to crash

  Original title: is it a scam

  I recently bought a laptop and after using it about a month, I received a call from someone who said they were with the technical support of windows and my computer has sent a msg of error indicated that my computer was very likely to hang. I asked some info to prove that they were not a scam and he gave me the website .  His email is * address email is removed from the privacy *.  Any info anyone?

  Hello

  It's a scam.

  Microsoft does not contact you unless YOU have made prior arrangements with them to do.

  There is an article in the link I'm you provide at the end of this one

  Read this Information from Microsoft:

  "Avoid scams to phone for tech support.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/online-privacy/avoid-phone-scams.aspx

  Don't be fooled of unsolicited calls. Don't provide personal information.

  Here are some of the organizations that cyber criminals claim to come:

  • Helpdesk Windows

  • Windows repair center

  • Microsoft technical support

  • Microsoft technical support

  • Windows Support Group Technical Department

  • Microsoft Research and Development Team (team of Microsoft R & D)

  Either these so-called "Microsoft" Tech companies want to sell you a worthless software, or remote access to your computer to try to steal your credit card and bank information and also achieve an identity theft on you.

  We have all the errors and warnings in our Event Viewer

  If you gave them remote access and you do Internet banking, contact your bank, explain, and change passwords.

  If you use your online credit card, cancel and get a new one issued to you.

  And the only way that willl you know that you are free to them is to backup your data and do a clean install of your operating system.

  See you soon.

• Received a call saying that the license for my computer had been corrupted by a virus.

  So about half an hour ago I received a call from a man claiming to be windows saying my computer driver's license starting with numbers ' #$@ "(don't remember figures, he gave me), had his 'corrupted some virus licence' (I think his exact words). I immediately thought that it was potentially a scam because I heard other scam type things that happen on the phone these days, but temporarily, I said 'ok' and he told me that they had tried to contact my computer and have been unable to do so and that he needed to look at my driver's license and give him some info to check that it has not been damaged. That's when the alarm went off in my head and I told him "that I currently have on my computer and it was very good and for him not to worry about it" and then, without waiting for an answer, I hung up.

  This is the story, I didn't give any information other than that I was on my computer as he called it. I wonder if it was a scam, I just played it, and if my computer could potentially be compromised. I run Malware bytes now to scan my computer, but I'm always a little worried.

  Fake phone calls to technical support

  Calls unrequested telephone of this nature are almost always a common scam. Do not let them give any info, do not give access to your PC, not give them all the money and do not go to all the websites that they suggest. One moment.

  Please see:

  http://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/security/online-privacy/msname.aspx .

  Microsoft issues never not solicited for phone calls of support or security.

  These types of callers can use completely fictitious names or bogusly claim to be of real companies other than Microsoft as well.

• + 011 phone calls indicating that I have serious problems with my computer and that they provide a service of Microsoft solve problems

  original title: + 011 phone calls

  I just got a phone call from + 011 indicating that I have serious problems with my computer and they provide a Microsoft service problems. It sounds like a crowded call center and they can tell me their name and they tried to set up a remote entry on my computer. That's when I hung up. Is - this legitimate because what it really looked like a trick.

  Not legitimate... do not answer the call... Mike Hall MVP - Windows Expert: consumer http://msmvps.com/blogs/mikehall/

• Has anyone set up a trunk between switches PowerConnect 2716 and Intellinet 523554?

  I have a client who has three switches Intellinet 523554 in the core switches and various on the edge, including a PowerConnect 2716 switch. The firewall is a Sonicwall, which is plugged into one of the Intellinet switches, and there are three new SonicPoints that plug in the PowerConnect switch. To the best of my knowledge, even if X 0 (LAN) and X 2 (WLAN) are related to the SonicWall, I need to keep these separate networks. If I plug them both in the VLAN 1, network crashes (I presume due to a storm of broadcasting). On all switches, I created 2 VLANS, left 1 VLAN not identified and configured the appropriate access and if necessary junction ports. Two types of switches use the web-based configuration and it is just not a lot of parameters to be set. VLAN 1 traffic goes OK on the trunk, but VLAN 2 does not work. I'm not familiar with the configuration of the Intellinet switches, so I sent an email into their support. Unfortunately, for the chutes, that's what the rest of the world calls aggregation of links, so I have no help from them yet. I am quite confident that the configuration is as good as it can get.

  Has anyone else tried this and been successful? Any thoughts? The PowerConnect switch runs 1.0.1.07 firmware. Thank you

  The marking of VLAN is the feature you're looking for, 802. q. 1, Page 10 of the user guide describes in detail the configuration of VLANS on switches Intellinet.

  Assets.mhint.S3.amazonaws.com/.../523554_manual.pdf

  Page 50 of guide the user to the 2716

  FTP.Dell.com/.../PowerConnect-2716_User%27s%20Guide_en-US.pdf

  Hope this helps

• Received a call from a person in India and they took over my machine remotely for 2 hours. Is it a scam?

  Last night I was rung by an Indian saying that my computer was in danger... full of viruses. They asked me to press things, and all of these viruses is appeared in a list. They asked for $246 as my Microsoft anti virus was expired, I told them I didn't have any money, but they could help me... I said that I could pay in 2 weeks. They asked a safety code 6 figures and I didn't know what they meant so they put their own remote control number and then took the remote computer for 2 hours. I don't know that I was scammed... they will ring back in 3 weeks for the payment. I can block them. I know nothing about computers so please do it in the "ENGLISH."  What do you suggest me? HHEEEELLLPP!

  Hello

  Avoid scams to phone for tech support
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/online-privacy/avoid-phone-scams.aspx

  Its a total scam. Uninstall their software and then perform a system restore before you install.
  Change all your sensitive passwords at all sites - e-mail, Bank, credit cards and others. (Do not
  on the computer compromise and it would be better to do it on the phone or in person.)

  You can even restore your system to factory fresh to make sure their software is not
  breach your security. (Ways to re - install Windows Clean - remove everything on the disc then)
  backup data before hand).

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  In the United States, you can contact the FBI, Attorney general, the police authorities and consumer
  Watch groups. Arm yourself with knowledge.

  The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation
  (FBI) and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C), funded in part by the Bureau of Justice Assistance
  (BJA).
  http://www.ic3.gov/complaint/default.aspx

  No, Microsoft wouldn't you not solicited. Or they would know if errors exist on your
  computer. So that's the fraud or scams to get your money or worse to steal your identity.

  Do not fall for the fake phone Tech Support
  http://blogs.msdn.com/b/securitytipstalk/archive/2010/03/09/Don-t-fall-for-phony-phone-tech-support.aspx

  Avoid scams that use the Microsoft name fraudulently - Microsoft is not unsolicited
  phone calls to help you fix your computer
  http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/fraud/phishing/msName.aspx

  Scams and hoaxes
  http://support.Microsoft.com/contactus/cu_sc_virsec_master?ws=support#tab3

  Microsoft Support Center consumer
  https://consumersecuritysupport.Microsoft.com/default.aspx?altbrand=true&SD=GN&ln=en-us&St=1&wfxredirect=1&gssnb=1

  Microsoft technical support
  http://support.Microsoft.com/contactus/?ws=support#TAB0

  Microsoft - contact technical support
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/help/contact-support

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  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/InternetExplorer/thread/a8f665f0-C793-441A-a5b9-54b7e1e7a5a4/

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