MiTec Computer Solutions, Inc. Logo
CALL US
304-614-0186
40 Skinner Lane
Elkins, WV 26241
  • Home
  • About
    • Our Story
    • Our Team
    • Partners
  • Services
  • Testimonials
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • RESOURCES

Some Geek to share with family over the holidays…

February 11, 2018 by Mike Gallogly

The Holiday Season is here and many of us will be spending time with family and friends. This would be a great time to share some knowledge with your parents, aunts, and uncles who may not be aware of some of the cyber scams out there.

At Mi-Tec, we have “walk in” repair service, and we get to see what kind of trouble our customers and clients are getting into. One particular issue is the “Fake Tech Support Scam.”

Now, if you remember one thing, remember this…. legitimate companies will never place a message on your computer instructing you to call them about a virus infection or any other issue with your computer.  They will also never call you on the phone to tell you that you are infected or have a computer issue. Genuine alert messages (such as from an antivirus program) do not contain a phone number, and they do not appear in your browser window.

If someone calls you and wants information about your computer, credit card, bank account or any other personal information, HANG UP. If they say they are from Microsoft Tech Support and need to remote into your computer… HANG UP. If you get a pop-up on your computer stating that there was “suspicious activity” on your computer and to call them “Toll Free,” DON’T DO IT!

demophonescam

Scammers create alarming looking messages to try to get people to call their “tech support.”

If you are surfing the web and something pops up about your account being suspended, you are infected, or “suspicious” activity was detected, ignore the message and run antivirus and antimalware scans on your computer.

If you get an email that looks like it came from your bank, the IRS, the FBI or some other agency, don’t click on any links.  The government usually sends you a notice via the post office or visits you in person. You should go directly to your bank, credit card, or government site by typing in the address, using one of your browser shortcuts, or finding it via a search engine. Suppress your urge to click on stuff delivered via email.

Now you have some knowledge to share at the dinner table this holiday season.  Have a nice holiday, and be careful on the roads and on the web.


Filed Under: Uncategorized

Share:

Testimonials

  • As a governmental agency, security is a top priority. MiTec has earned our trust to remote in and do repairs. MiTec always takes time to answer our questions without making us feel like a non-tech person. Read More
    Linda Koch Procurement Manager
    Randolph County Housing Authority
  • we have not had any down time, which prior to MiTec services had NEVER happened before. Since we have had fewer problems than we did in the past, we have saved a great deal of money on technical support. We have been extremely pleased with MiTec Computer Solutions and will be using them for a... Read More
    Crystal Conti Office Manager
    Skinner Insurance Agency
  • If you need trustworthy, extremely knowledgable, friendly, and very cost effective support for your computer network, or just computers contact MiTec. Read More
    Barb Fowler
  • "When MiTec came in... The speed has been incredible, no slow downs, no drags. You can call whenever you need to call and they are quick to respond." Read More
    Bobby Benavides, FUMC of Elkins
  • They are looking out for us and protecting our information so I don't have to worry about that myself. Read More
    Lydia Johnson-Grady, Director
    Randolph-Tucker Children's Advocacy Center

FOLLOW US

MiTec Computer Solutions, Inc.

304-614-0186
40 Skinner Lane
Elkins, WV 26241

Testimonials

  • As a governmental agency, security is a top priority. MiTec has earned our trust to remote in and do repairs. MiTec always takes time to answer our questions without making us feel like a non-tech person. Read More
    Linda Koch Procurement Manager
    Randolph County Housing Authority
  • we have not had any down time, which prior to MiTec services had NEVER happened before. Since we have had fewer problems than we did in the past, we have saved a great deal of money on technical support. We have been extremely pleased with MiTec Computer Solutions and will be using them for a... Read More
    Crystal Conti Office Manager
    Skinner Insurance Agency
  • If you need trustworthy, extremely knowledgable, friendly, and very cost effective support for your computer network, or just computers contact MiTec. Read More
    Barb Fowler
  • "When MiTec came in... The speed has been incredible, no slow downs, no drags. You can call whenever you need to call and they are quick to respond." Read More
    Bobby Benavides, FUMC of Elkins
  • They are looking out for us and protecting our information so I don't have to worry about that myself. Read More
    Lydia Johnson-Grady, Director
    Randolph-Tucker Children's Advocacy Center

Copyright © 2023 · MiTec Computer Solutions, Inc. · 40 Skinner Lane, Elkins, WV 26241 · Powered by Tech Site Builder