In today's digital world, dodging tech support scams is like playing the ultimate game of digital dodgeball. These scams are getting sneakier by the day, pretending to be the good guys, and offering to fix our digital woes. At FMC Networking, we can help you be smart about knocking these scams out of the park.
How We Keep Our Online Life Secure
First things first, keeping your digital house safe is all about staying sharp and updated. Think of it as keeping your digital doors locked tight. Make sure your antivirus/malware software is as fresh as the morning brew, your passwords are as complex as grandma’s lasagna recipe, and two-factor authentication is your secret handshake. On top of that, if someone out of the blue says they're "tech support" and needs to access your computer, you give them the virtual side-eye and double-check with the actual company they claim to be from.
Spotting the Fakes
So, how do you spot a scammer in the wild? Easy, you keep your cool and remember that legit tech support doesn't just pop up out of nowhere with doomsday messages about your computers. If you get a fishy call or email, don’t just take their word for it. Hit up the company directly using the contact info from their official site, not the one the scammer hands you.
Gotcha, Scammer! What’s Next?
Run into a tech scammer trying to pull a fast one? This should be your game plan: cut off their internet access faster than you can say “scam alert” to stop them in their tracks. No sharing personal info, no payments, and definitely no letting them take the wheel of your computer. Note down everything – their number, email, favorite color, whatever – and pass it on to the authorities like the digital superheroes you are.
Spreading the Word
Reporting these lowlifes is key. Shout it from the digital rooftops to the FTC or whoever's the sheriff in town. Plus, give your online family a heads up, so they don’t get caught off guard.
Experiencing problems? Send us a trouble ticket request using our convenient form or by telephone at 267-905-HELP. At FMC Networking, we are only a phone call, text, or click away!
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