Windows 10: Been getting automated calls saying they are from MS

Discus and support Been getting automated calls saying they are from MS in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; The caller says that they have noticed that the MS account key has been comprised at my IP address and they want me to press a number on my phone to... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by TJ_304, Feb 9, 2021.

  1. TJ_304
    TJ_304 Win User

    Been getting automated calls saying they are from MS


    The caller says that they have noticed that the MS account key has been comprised at my IP address and they want me to press a number on my phone to talk to customer support to fix it. So far I have gotten the same call 2 days in a row, but I hang up. I am assuming this is a scam... correct?

    :)
     
    TJ_304, Feb 9, 2021
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  2. JOHAN45
    Johan45 Win User

    AMD FX OC'ers Club

    That's what the auto setting will do since you're over the 1333 mark it jumps to the next step which isn't listed or officially supported I assume by that ram.

    At this point though I would suggest dropping the multi one step or .5 so that we can get something stable and possibly take the heat issue out of the picture for now.
     
    Johan45, Feb 9, 2021
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  3. MOMENTOMOIR
    MomentoMoir Win User
    Cheap Photo box that will get the job done

    WEll i took on this project for PP hes a hardware reviewer and wants to get the professional looking pics for the Pc parts

    Materials:
    • Big cardboard box
    • a razor
    • white material 3 yards
    • cone lights
    • stapler
    • medical tape
    • pvc pipe about 6 inches longer than your box
    • white paint any cheap finger paint would work
    the project I'm guessing will cost me $30 if it works out properly
    I will post pictures and step by step as i do it
     
    MomentoMoir, Feb 9, 2021
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  4. STEVE C
    Steve C Win User

    Been getting automated calls saying they are from MS

    Need Serious Help: How To Record Video of What is Done on my PC?

    I suggest the following simple steps:

    1. Set the autosave options in MS Office to a low value say 5 minutes.
    2. Setup file history to autosave frequently - the shortest period is 5 mins
    3. Install Macrium Reflect Free and configure it to do a daily incremental system backup

    You should be well covered if you do the above to protect your key files.
     
    Steve C, Feb 9, 2021
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