Windows 10: Verification

Discus and support Verification in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; How can I verify if a call came from Microsoft Technical Department or not? How can I verify if I am talking to a Microsoft technician?... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by 7316, Jan 14, 2019.

  1. 7316
    7316 Win User

    Verification


    How can I verify if a call came from Microsoft Technical Department or not?

    How can I verify if I am talking to a Microsoft technician?

    :)
     
    7316, Jan 14, 2019
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  2. THEMAILMAN78
    TheMailMan78 Win User

    email account hacked. please help

    Then I suggest you use it.
     
    TheMailMan78, Jan 14, 2019
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  3. ARUN B J
    Arun B J Win User
    Unprompted Microsoft verification text

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.


    • Have you enabled two step verification?

    • Did you make any changes prior to this issue?


    If you have enabled two step verification in the Microsoft account. You’ll get a security code to your email, phone, or authenticator app every time you sign in on a device that isn't trusted.

    Refer the link below for more information.

    About two-step verification.

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/two-step-verification-faq

    Security info & security codes.

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-in/windows/account-security-password-information



    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Arun B J, Jan 14, 2019
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  4. NACHAPPA C K
    Nachappa C K Win User

    Verification

    microsoft account verification

    Hi Cis,


    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    I understand the inconvenience you are facing currently. Let me help you in resolving the issue.

    The issue could be due to some suspicious activity on the computer. I would suggest you to try the steps from the following link and see if that helps.

    About two-step verification

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/two-step-verification-faq

    Hope the information helps. Keep us posted on Windows related queries and we will be happy to assist you further.
     
    Nachappa C K, Jan 14, 2019
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