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• I would like to know how do I know when legit microsoft tech people call us.

  * Original title: scams

  Hello

  I would like to know how do I know when legit microsoft tech people call us. They seem to know what are the problems of the computer. For example, I know technical support microsoft is outsourced. How can I know who we really are and which one is fake? If I'm registered, it is logical that they call me if my computer is not working properly. In addition, they guide you through what is wrong, before asking to enter the computer. Y at - there somewhere that we could see a list of companies that are partners of support, as well as their locations?

  For a very good presentation, read this--> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/407147/answers-to-common-security-questions-best-practices/?p=2413189 (post #2 in the thread must choose an antivirus program and post #4 aims to choose an additional program to deal with software spyware and other malware that is not strictly 'virus' in nature.)

  Each month, the "Patch Tuesday" Microsoft includes an updated version of the 'Malicious Software Removal Tool"in the 'important' updates.  It's not settling as other updates but "runs once to find infections per prevalent malicious software (including Blaster, Sasser, and Mydoom) on your computer and remove infections it finds."

  In addition, your installation of Windows 7 runs by default "Windows Defender".  Microsoft confusedly used that name to refer to a software that performs different functions.  In Windows 7, Windows Defender is an anti-spyware utility, not an anti-virus.  Windows Defender (for Windows 7) updates are quite frequently provided through Windows Update.  See http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/6397-windows-defender-turn-off.html

  Microsoft also provides for free, Microsoft Security Essentials.  Microsoft describes this as a "guard in real time against software viruses, spyware and other malicious software.  If you install MSE, will be automatically disabled Windows Defender.

  You can also download the Microsoft Safety Scanner to make a unique analysis for "virus, spyware and other malicious software."

  IMO, one of the best tools that scan for malware that the virus is the free version of MalwareBytes AntiMalware.  https://www.Malwarebytes.org/DL-confirm/ . during installation, you will be asked if you want to a free trial of the Premium version.  Yet once, IMO, the Premium, even the free trial version, installation is not necessary.

  The difference between the free version and the Premium version, which is the last runs continuously in the background ("scheduled update and scanning, the safer our real-time Protection Module. ... Another important feature is our blocking malicious Web site").   According to the company, "Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is not supposed to be a replacement for antivirus software...» [and] works well and should run alongside software antivirus without conflict.  https://support.Malwarebytes.org/customer/en/Portal/articles/1834872-does-Malwarebytes-anti-malware-replace-antivirus-software-?b_id=6438

  A second scanner good anti-spyware is SUPERAntiSpyware.  http://SUPERAntiSpyware.com/  As with MBAM, IMO all what you need is the free version.  Be aware that even the free version by default at startup of Windows startup.  If you install SAS, I suggest to change this option and the program running only on request.

• a microsoft tech comes to me called saying there is a spread of the virus.

  a microsoft tech has just called me and said I had a virus. He had me then download a teamviewer program witch allow him to take control of my computer. is it true or not. He cut me short and said that they only work half days on Friday.

  Hello

  Its definitely a scam like GT4U said, if you have installed any program this session please uninstall them.

  Just for your safety, never let anyone connect remotely to your computer because they can easily steal your identity.

  When you call a known techinical support company and they you ask remotely, log in then you can leave, another that never do, unless you really know the person on the other side.

• Microsoft Phone Call re: licenses

  I received a message from 'Microsoft' my licenses were obsolete and Microsoft was to stop.

  There was a phone # to call.

  I don't know what they are talking about.

  Is it a scam?

  Thank you

  Hello

  SCAM.

  This is general advice that give us on telephone calls from people claiming to be from Microsoft.

  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.

  You are the only person who knows if you gave them remote access.

  If you gave them remote access and you do Internet banking, contact your bank, to 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.

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  And 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)

  Report phone scams

  • Help Microsoft to stop cybercriminals in reporting of theinformation about your scam phone.

  • In the United States, use the form of complaint to FTC Assistant.

  • In Canada, the Canadian Centre for fight against fraud can support.

  • In the United Kingdom, you can report the fraud as well as the unsolicited calls.

  See you soon.

• Is Guruaid a Microsoft tech support legitimate certified company?

  They supposedly 'cleaned' of my laptop last Thursday and said they would maintain for one year for $169.99.  They got into my PC and I watched as they ran a series of programs that I'm starting to security, repairs, etc.

  My reason for how contact support was not treated (receipt of Spam and Phishing emails in bulk in my Inbox, as well as in my junk mail folder.)

  They claim to be certified technicians MS, I don't believe to be true, now that I've seen what they are doing.

  I can't find how to reach MS on this subject.

  Thank you.

  Hello

  It's a scam.

  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.

  You gave them remote access and if 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.

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  And Microsoft or its affiliates does 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)

  See you soon.

• Microsoft Tech Support scams

  I just talked to a local it service company who told me that I have been scammed by fake Microsoft technical support.  They claimed that Microsoft never give phone support.  Is this correct?

  Here's what I did.  I find the following link through what I thought, it was the Microsoft technical support.

  https://partner.support.Services.Microsoft.com/en-us/contact/callback/4/?OSMCSignIn=true&WA=wsignin1.0

  They called me back immediately.  I talked to different tech support people in different sessions to try to correct a 10 failed Windows installation.  At one point, I gave remote access to a working computer to make a USB bootable recovery.  I watched what was happening on the screen and see nothing strange.  I didn't ask for the passwords, money or credit card information.  The probability is that it was a scam?

  Thank you!

  WRO

  Your local business is partially correct.   Microsoft will be never cold call users.  They have no way of knowing of youor computer is infected, with errors, etc..  If someone calls you without you calling it first of all it is a scam.

  If you access the assistance of partners and they will call back you later, you can be pretty sure they are legitimate.

  From your description, I seriously doubt that it was a scam.  They do not have ask for PII (personally identifiable information) has not asked for money and you called after them called everything first.

  If you are a partner, there is also a website (for partners) where you can ask any questiions online and then make a phone call

  http://partnersupport.Microsoft.com/en-us/mpnwinclient

• Microsoft never call houses and tell them that their computer has problems?

  Original title: scams?

  Microsoft never call houses and tell them that their computer has problems?  Some guy called who I could barely understand and wanted to guide me through some things.  They said they got my # registration of Microsoft.

  Fake phone calls to technical support

  Such unsolicited telephone calls 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 does ever not requested for telephone calls of support or security.

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

• Microsoft really calling me?

  I REPEATEDLY received telephone calls A Microsoft Tech. When I refuse to start my computer they get angry with me! I now have a number of company name and employer. Jack Baksin who says he works for the employer 18-Tech JCK7785B number. 1-855-556-7490 phone number. He said that his company was hired by Microsoft to FIX problems on my computer!

  Read here:

  http://bottomline.nbcnews.com/_news/2012/10/03/14206238-us-works-to-shut-down-tech-support-scam?Lite

• A premium tech called me, saying that they show my computer, error messages - it true?

  Premium tech calls me on 0r 5 to 6 times a day, saying that they receive my computer error messages. they say that they need to get on my computer to fix it. they are a scam or reality

  They are a scam. Microsoft will call you unless you initiate a ticket of support through them.

  This is a known scam.

• Expert Microsoft Tech Help? Is this true?

  I received a call from Microsoft Tech of the Expert opinion. They guided me through my computer and showed me about 17 000 errors on my computer.  They have been listed as something WMI or event.  They are supposed to call me tomorrow to help me fix it. Can someone clarify this for me?

  Thanks in advance

  Whitey

  Hello

  This is a scam DO NOT except or download anything from microsoft will not call you!

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Australia/PressPass/post/Microsoft-issues-warning-on-phone-scam

  Concerning

  GT4U

• FB suggested messages UOENO life available once Microsoft Windows7 error msg w/contact # for Microsoft Tech appears warning you do not shut down your computer.

  21/04/16 suggested that Facebook messages 'UOENO Life' husband requires to be buried with all his money [read more]... once consulted a Microsoft Windows7 error msg # w/contact for Microsoft Tech appears warning you don't not to shut down your computer, but calling an 800 #.  Recognized this as a scam online and immediately off computer manually and restarted without any problem.  Tried to access this site suggested FB messages receiving three times even put in custody, but with a Microsoft 800 different number to talk w/a Microsoft Technician to fix the problem. The figures were: 855-464-6618; 888-983-0061 and 855-983-6515. ALL three times stop us our computer and restarted. Tried to contact Microsoft to report the scam but could not navigate a number or CHAT to personally talk w/Tech. attempt to submit info scam online but box for "Details" not big enough to contain information to be submitted. We are trying to contact FACEBOOK to present the activities of fraud is made on their public domain. BE AWARE that generic "suggested messages on FACEBOOK may be a fraudulent link for phishing opportunities for criminals to access your computers and financial information online!" REPORT any such activity as soon as possible businesses are used to help others to obtain your personal information for fraudulent activities.  SOMEONE HAS ANY INFORMATION TO CONTACT DIRECT FOR MICROSOFT OR FACEBOOK?

  Hi Sandy,

  Thanks for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

  It is regrettable that you receive this message, however, you can report a scan online with Facebook to: report of online scams

  Alternatively, you can refer to the information provided in the article below on scam using the Microsoft name fraudulently.

  Avoid scams that use the Microsoft name fraudulently

  Hope this information is useful. Please feel free to answer in the case where you are facing in the future other problems with Windows.

• Fake Microsoft Agent?

  Dear community of Microsoft,

  IM Jules in Vienna and I'm a Microsoft 8 and 7 peripheral 2 deifferent reviews. I use Microsoft Softwar, since Windows 95 and you have never personally spoke to a Microsoft Worker. Today, I received the second until this call on my personal mobile phone this month, of a person who claims to work at Microsoft. The first call was made by a man, today a woman spoke to me. Both times the topic of the conversation was directed to a very short introduction of themselves ("Hi, I'm XYXYXY from Microsoft, Im calling because...") to my computer. I was warned, that my computer has been downloading malicious software and spyware.

  One of my devices (computer laptop windows 8) shows really strange signs of the behavior. Do not let me update software and stop down out of nowhere is some of the symptoms.

  I have not yet taken action to fix this portable, so that it is more than a secondary device.

  So my Question is. I have it treated too lightly? am I or my personal data endangered? Microsoft can cause my cell number and they call me? Should I stay on the phone the next time that I am called in this way?

  I'm really hoping to be useful and soothing, I hope that the answers to my questions. Thank you in advance.

  regards Jules

  Is a famous SCAM that has been around for many years and Microsoft will NEVER contact you, unless you gave them permission like fill out a support form and their ask to call you to resolve the problem and Microsoft will NEVER knows the computer and the user who has what kind of problem, except if you contact Microsoft support directly and ask them to look into your problem , take a look at:

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

  Concerning the problem with your devices in Windows 8, it is best to post it as a new post and describe the problem with your unit include the time problem started and error messages (if any) in detail.

• So fake microsoft security essential alert was not open, if my computer is infected and I have to remove it?

  I got a fake Microsoft security essential alert and I did not open it, I closed the window. Is my computer infected even if I did not open the alert?

  Hello

  We don't know whether or not you have been infected by the latter.

  Run the removal process to ensure that you are not infected with it.

  "Remove the fake Microsoft Security Essentials Alert Trojan and AntiSpySafeguard'."

  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/virus-removal/remove-fake-Microsoft-Security-Essentials-alert

  See you soon.

• How to remove fake, "" Microsoft Security Essentials Alert: unknown win32/trojan '? " __

  How to remove fake, "" Microsoft Security Essentials Alert: unknown win32/trojan '? "
  Windows Vista.

  How to remove fake, "" Microsoft Security Essentials Alert: unknown win32/trojan '? "
  Windows Vista.

  Use this tutorial:

  Remove the fake Microsoft Security Essentials Alert Trojan and AntiSpySafeguard
  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/virus-removal/remove-fake-Microsoft-Security-Essentials-alert
  Scroll through the automatic removal Instructions... and follow the instructions for the benefits of others looking for answers, please mark as answer suggestion if it solves your problem.

• Has anyone heard of a software package, which is supposed to be a Microsoft partner, called ARO?

  Has anyone heard of a software package, which is supposed to be a Microsoft partner, called ARO?

  Original title: System performance

  From what I can tell, this product is similar to another Fixer PC or acceleration of programs that are not necessary and may create problems.

  The registry of Windows 7 is also, not need of cleaning.

  I can't find a link with Microsoft and I doubt there is one.

  Just my opinion.