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?

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  It is a common scam. Do not give them information, do not give them access to your PC and do not go to all the websites that they suggest. One moment. See:

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

  Microsoft does ever not requested for calls.

  (such persons may use names other than Microsoft as well)

• I can't re install Adobe Acrobat professional 7.0 on my computer.  That is to say that a qualifying product is not detected. I can't even through the use of the service line customer they provide 800-272-3623.  This is the worst ever had interactionI with

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  Scam!

  I received a phone call from someone who claims to have a Virus
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/thread/4489f388-d6de-416d-9158-0079764bb001
  (10 Aug-09 &ff; 44 pages/88 posts from 27 Jan-12)

  Avoid scams phone & other support Tech Cyber scams
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/online-privacy/avoid-phone-scams.aspx

  Avoid scams that use the Microsoft name fraudulently [phone & email]
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/online-privacy/msName.aspx

• JUST GOT A PHONE CALL SAYING THAT I WAS HACKED. WANTED TO TAKE ME BUT THE THIINGS I DO. I REFUSED, THEY SAID THEY WERE BY MICROSOFT DOWN THE HACKER?

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  No need to shout (all capital letters.)  Most modern publications using a mixture of standard uppercase and lowercase lettering unless they're trying to focus on something specific just because it is easier to read.

  You don't reach Microsoft on this issue.  It's not their problem more someone is trying to rip you off on your money is the people who printed his problem or someone trying to rip you off your car comes to the car manufacturer.  You communicate with the authorities (who will probably tell you that they can do anything with what you little information.)

  As long as you don't give them access to your computer, you're probably fine.

  If you gave any personal information or leave them on your computer - to worry.

• Virus scam call saying that my computer has been infected

  I also had a call from scam by telling my I had a virus. I looked at Event Viewer, but never allowed them access. As soon as they wanted to pass me I hung up. Should I take any other measure? I run a Norton scan which seemed complete system?

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  If you did not have access to your computer or that you have not installed all the software that they have you asked to install, then you have nothing to fear.

  "AMBER24" wrote in the new message: * e-mail address is removed from the privacy... *

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• I got 2 calls saying that my computer has a virus which is mess up other computers on the network. I think it's fake but wanted to check with Microsoft.

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  Hi Margiep8587,

  Microsoft does not call for clients to prevent infection by the virus on their computers. You can run a scan for viruses online on your computer to verify if your computer is infected.

  http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

  Bindu R - Microsoft technical support.
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• I got a call saying that my computer has been hacked, options to pay for the correction. Is this legitimate

  They gave me the support options for windows costs $139 for one year; 188 for two years and more

  No, it's a scam.

  Did you leave the appellant access to your computer?

  If so, you must save your stuff on an external media and then re - install Windows. Actually he will wipe away anything that the person could have installed.

  If you're banking online or gave the appellant credit card number, contact your bank immediately and follow their advice on what to do next.

• We get answersI got an unsolicited call that I have "Junk" files of statement. They wanted to help me solve the problem. Is - is this legitimate?

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  Hi WayneKinder,

  Ammyy.com is not a Microsoft Web site.

  Microsoft is not contact people like that. It was a wrong call. Contact your local authorities to declare this appeal of fraud.

  For more information please visit the link below.

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/Windows_7-security/FAQ-will-Microsoft-or-Microsoft-support-call-me/51b286b4-419F-4088-98e1-81056ac166cd

• I was contacted by the company am saying that my computer is sending spam. Are they legitimate?

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  They are FAKE and SCAM for sure. Because Microsoft won't call you for support unless you contact or fill out a proof of support and ask them to call you back for help.

  I suggest you take a look at:

  http://cyberdefend.WordPress.com/2010/05/14/Hello-i-am-from-Microsoft/

• Phone call stating that they were Microsoft

  Received a phone call saying that microsoft had noticed that my computer has been hacked and they were trying to get my husband to let them log for my computer to solve the problem.  Is this true?

  It's a scam.

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

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

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

  http://www.mypchealth.co.UK/GuideScam.php

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

  If the scammers have authorized access you have the potential for a huge problem: http://ask-leo.com/i_got_a_call_from_microsoft_and_allowed_them_access_to_my_computer_what_do_i_do_now.html

  Kind regards...

• I received a phone call today (a third) saying that my computer has been hacked and that they need to get into my system for necessary repairs

  * O.T. > phone call

  I received a phone call today (a third) saying that my computer has been hacked and that they need to get into my system to make the necessary repairs.   They have stated that they are from Microsoft but I didn't honestly believe that.  Has anyone else had these calls?

  Thousands have and you have reason to be wary.

  Read this

  http://blogs.Microsoft.com/Cybertrust/2014/06/26/is-that-call-from-Microsoft-a-scam/

• Has had a phone call claiming to be "Windows", claiming that my hard drive was contamintaed with viruses (s). Is this valid?

  Call from Microsoft

  Has had a phone call claiming to be "Windows", claiming that my hard drive was contamintaed with virus (s)

  They then read me coorrectly code full windows of my windows disc cover, sounds scary!

  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.