How can I be sure if it's actually Windows contact me for my account info - I was sent an email not addressed to me that went into my junk mail.

This message accusing my account to host a virus and wants my name, address, email and password etc. or else it threatens to close my Hotmail account. It contains the Windows logo, but is not addressed to me by name and does she not my e-mail address.

Hello

It's a scam.

Microsoft does not contact you.

DELETE this email.

See you soon.

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