Windows 10: My computer hostage.

Discus and support My computer hostage. in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; I have been getting a message that i am using a pirated microsoft software. My laptop is being blocked and held hostage until i call a specified... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by JoyceGriffin1, Sep 6, 2018.

  1. JOYCEGRIFFIN1
    JoyceGriffin1 Win User

    My computer hostage.


    I have been getting a message that i am using a pirated microsoft software. My laptop is being blocked and held hostage until i call a specified microsoft number. I believe this is a scam and i need my laptop. Can any one help?

    :)
     
    JoyceGriffin1, Sep 6, 2018
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  2. TACONUS
    taconus Win User

    Windows 10 - Holding my ram hostage?!?

    Doesn't say.... sometimes it lists as "System" but that's rare now... its mainly the totals aren't adding up.
     
    taconus, Sep 6, 2018
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  3. KIMCASSELLA
    kimcassella Win User
    ransomeware is holding my computer hostage...what do i do?

    ransomeware is holding my computer hostage...what do i do?
     
    kimcassella, Sep 6, 2018
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  4. AQUINUS
    Aquinus Win User

    My computer hostage.

    Does this computer build have compatibility problems? Opinions welcomed!

    Lets start with what you're going to use this computer for, not what you want to put in it.

    Rules/steps to building a computer (in chronological order):
    First rule: Determine what your needs are.
    Second rule: Define your budget.
    Third rule: Pick parts.
    Fourth rule: Review parts several times.
    Fifth rule: Buy said parts.
    Sixth rule: Build it.

    You are on rule/step 1. Go through the list until you're done.
     
    Aquinus, Sep 6, 2018
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