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September 17, 2022

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Tech support scam targets PC users — Here's what to look for

Tech support scam targets PC users — Here's what to look for

Microsoft Edge is the third most popular browser, which makes it a prime target for scammers. Crooks are injecting the browser's newsfeed with fake ads leading to tech support scams. We'll show you what to look out for and how to protect against similar scams.

Tap or click here to stay safe from tech support scams on Microsoft Edge. →

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