The Windows performance team call stated that I have error on my computer a scam?
Someone called me from a phone number not identified, he said he has worked to run Windows and my computer was sending messages to them. He said that my computer is damaged. He had a very thick accent. When I asked why he was calling from an unidentified phone number would not answer that question. I hung up after asking him to give me more information about who he was and the evidence that he was who he was because he wouldn't give me an answer that makes sense. Was it legitimate?
Hello Donna1656,
Microsoft has none of the unsolicited telephone calls about your computer sending errors.
This call was a scam and it's good that you did not continue with the call.
Please see this information to protect yourself and your computer.
http://www.Microsoft.com/security/online-privacy/msName.aspx
Thank you
Marilyn
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