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    Are calls from Microsoft scams?

    I have Microsoft Edge, but seldom need to use it.

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    Most likely, yes. I've worked in Computer Systems since 1979 and Microsoft has never called. You'll be lucky to be able to call them and get a call back, if needed. I'd consider any call "highly suspicious".

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    Let me guess,the caller tells you that microsoft has noticed a problem with your computer and if you'll let us have access for a few moments we'll "fix"it for you. while they are in there they will add a virus and then explain to you that the problem is more serious than they thought but they have just the fix for a price.
    Microsoft does not monitor computers connected to the internet looking for problems.Hang up, it's a scam.

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    Sometimes it is fun to mess with them. "What? You have been spying on my computer?" Then they are asked if they are working for a foreign government or agency.

    Yes, it is a scam. They have called me and my computer has zero Microsoft product installed. It is a Macintosh.

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    Lowell, you might want to review this thread https://sawmillcreek.org/showthread....from-Microsoft
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    I guess I’m not the only one with deja vu. Lol

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    Quote Originally Posted by lowell holmes View Post
    I have Microsoft Edge, but seldom need to use it.
    I think this is the 3rd time you've asked this. The answer is the same.
    Microsoft can't call you, because you never gave them your number.
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    Microsoft. Does. Not. Call. Consumers. Ever.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jim Becker View Post
    Microsoft. Does. Not. Call. Consumers. Ever.
    Quoted for truth.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Myk Rian View Post
    I think this is the 3rd time you've asked this. The answer is the same.
    Microsoft can't call you, because you never gave them your number.
    At least the ANSWER doesn't change. Completely unlike the sharpening threads in the Neanderthal section...


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    I like the ones from banks I don't have accounts with telling me my account is on hold. My favorite, and they have called about a dozen times, is the calls in Chinese, not sure what the scam is.

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    Quote Originally Posted by lowell holmes View Post
    I have Microsoft Edge, but seldom need to use it.
    Lowell,
    What if you play along with the scammer to waste their time and maybe they will not call you again?

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