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Received a dodgy call from what sounded like a call centre in Asia. The chap on the line claimed to be with Microsoft Security, insisting he needed to take control of my computer to sort out some supposed issues. Surely a scam!

Got a call from 0152585255, sounded like an Asian lady with children in the background. Feels like a total scam, so watch out!

I got calls from this number like ten times yesterday, then it rang again at 7 in the morning today. I didn’t pick up any of them since I set my phone to divert to voicemail right away. I’ve told my mates about this trick - I only answer if I know who’s calling or can tell their voice straight away. Honestly, it’s a handy tip, especially for older family members living solo. It’s a good way to block out strangers and avoid any unnecessary stress.

Got a call this morning weirdly at 7:10, and when I tried ringing back it just wouldn’t go through. Phew, good thing I saw these comments first. Honestly, who calls someone so early just for a joke? Bit odd if you ask me.

They kept ringing me early in the morning, like 7am, claiming my BT connection was hacked or something and kept saying I had to get on my computer immediately. I just hung up every time.

I had the exact same experience as well!

They called me like 5 times today, first one was at 7:44 in the morning and then almost every hour after that! Tried calling them back but the number didn’t show up, totally unrecognisable. So glad I checked out these comments first. They really must believe folks are daft to keep doing this!

Today, I had quite the experience with a certain number that rang my phone not once, not twice, but five times! Normally, I wouldn’t pick up calls from unfamiliar digits, but curiosity got the better of me by the fifth attempt. On the other end was a charming woman who claimed to be from London. She told me her job involved monitoring computer systems and insisted that my own computer was showing persistent errors. She warned that if I didn’t address this issue, it would cease functioning within 24 hours! She went on to explain their monitoring process, portraying my situation as rather dire, and offered to assist in rectifying the supposed problem. She asked me to log onto my computer so she could take care of it for me. Initially, I played the role of someone tech-inept, feigning ignorance about how computers operate, and she was incredibly convincing, determined to guide me through the steps. After about ten minutes of her diligent instruction, I revealed my true identity as a computer engineer, and that I was fully aware of her dubious intentions. I threatened to report her activities to the authorities, and suddenly her tone shifted drastically - she promptly ended the call! While I’m not actually an engineer, I do possess a fair bit of computer knowledge. However, I’m genuinely worried that someone less savvy might fall victim to her tactics, risking their personal information and finances. Her persuasive manner and eagerness to assist could easily ensnare the unwary. Let’s do our best to warn others about these troubling scams!

This is just your typical computer con.

I’ve no clue who kept calling, but it was really annoying since they kept ringing every hour all morning. Every time I picked up, there was just silence before the call dropped. There’s no way I’m calling them back - probably would cost a fortune anyway. Hell would freeze before I did that!

I received a call at the crack of dawn, around 6:37 in the morning! I wasn’t quick enough to grab the phone, and when I attempted to return the call, the message informed me that the number was unrecognised. Quite baffling!

I got a call from this woman with an Asian accent who told me my computer was in danger and wanted me to turn it on so she could fix it. I asked if she planned to quit this scam since it’s been happening forever. She got all offended, so I told her to go find a dead bear and stick her head where the sun don’t shine.

Someone rang claiming to be from Microsoft and asked me to turn on my computer and run some checks. I told them I just use a tablet, and as soon as I said that, they lost interest and ended the call.

They rang twice, once at 8.38 and before that at 7.08, but I ignored both calls. No voicemail left either which was pretty frustrating, especially so early in the morning.