Scammers use the names of trusted tech brands like Microsoft or Apple to trick people into calling them and sharing sensitive information. Pop-up warnings or phishing emails often claim a computer is infected, urging users to call a fake number or click malicious links. Avoid clicking on sponsored ads or random email links, and always close pop-ups using the browser’s icons, not any buttons within the page.
Scammers use the names of trusted tech brands like Microsoft or Apple to trick people into calling them and sharing sensitive information. Pop-up warnings or phishing emails often claim a computer is infected, urging users to call a fake number or click malicious links. Avoid clicking on sponsored ads or random email links, and always close pop-ups using the browser’s icons, not any buttons within the page.