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Watch for Tech Support Scams Targeting Elders

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Fake support calls prey on the less tech-confident.

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Scammers impersonate tech support to convince older adults their computer is infected, then steal money or access. Teaching relatives that real companies don't cold-call about problems protects them from this common con.

“Tech 'support' that calls your parent first is a scammer.”

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