Microsoft Doesn't Call

Our local paper recently did an article on internet scams. Specifically, the warning is about phone calls claiming that they are with Microsoft  and they have found that your computer has been either hacked, compromised, or had some other negative event. Most often these callers claim they can “save” you and your computer. They only need either money or your credit card number. This article advised “just say ‘No’ and hang up". Remember, Microsoft does not call anyone.

In my own experience so far, all of these callers have had very un-american accents. 

My personal reasoning is that I have not contracted with anyone to monitor my computer so am sure not going to let them have access to it. Take time to think these over. If you have an IT consultant, make contact and have them handle the problem.