Windows 10: Fake virus message has Microsoft support number

Sorry, I didn't think to include the details, such as the specific number, and the web site. Being a fake virus message, I assume it has a fake support number that will lead people to do something that will harm their computer.I clicked on a Facebook message at the library that said "sponsored". I didn't notice the "sponsored" part until I tried to repeat the process later on another computer. The fake message said something about Windows Defender and something like "For security reasons it is not safe to use this computer". In addition to saying the computer had multiple viruses and malware I

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Beware this fake Windows BSOD from tech support scammers' malware

Microsoft: Beware this fake Windows BSOD from tech support scammers' malware | ZDNet

 

message virus

Hi,

It is a scam.

These scams can use websites to lure you into contacting fake tech support. You may be redirected to these websites automatically by malicious ads found in dubious sites (for example, download locations for fake installers and pirated music or movies). The
websites typically use malware in the form of script files like JavaScript or HTML, which can display various fake error messages. The malicious scripts can also put your browser on full screen and spawn pop-up messages that won't go away, essentially locking
your browser.

These fake error messages aim to trick you into calling an indicated technical support hotline. Note that Microsoft error and warning messages never include a phone number.

Here are the steps to remove it,

1. Press Ctrl + Alt + Dlt then select Task Manager. In the task manager window, right-click the name of the browser you were using then select End Task

2. Restart the computer

3. Reset the settings of the browser you were using or clear the browsing history

4. Scan for possible virus infection using your active anti virus program

Note: To Clear the settings of Microsoft Edge

1. Open Edge, select Hub > History .

2. Select Clear all history.

 

suspect fake support number/scammer

I received an email from "On Line Store"<*** Email address is removed for privacy ***>

they indicated I ordered a microsoft surface book 3 for $1600 that was being shipped to an address in Cupertino CA

I did not order the item

The "windows support" number for billing questions, etc is

CALL WINDOWS SUPPORT at +1- (800)-791-5636

Monday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m PST

Is this a fake number. Is this likely a scam?