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Nehkara · 10-14-2011, 01:39 PM

I have a buddy who just phoned me.

He apparently had Windows Live Support team phone him and tell him his computer was sending them error messages, that he needed a software update that would cost $199. They had him set up a Paypal account for the transaction. He said they appeared legit, that they had his Windows Product ID without him telling them. He also said the phone number and the software seemed legit.

I think this is scam. Do you agree? If so, what is his recourse (i.e. can he contact Paypal to stop the payment?)?

10-14-2011, 01:39 PM	#1
Nehkara Franchise Player Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Exp:	Need Help! I have a buddy who just phoned me. He apparently had Windows Live Support team phone him and tell him his computer was sending them error messages, that he needed a software update that would cost $199. They had him set up a Paypal account for the transaction. He said they appeared legit, that they had his Windows Product ID without him telling them. He also said the phone number and the software seemed legit. I think this is scam. Do you agree? If so, what is his recourse (i.e. can he contact Paypal to stop the payment?)? __________________ Huge thanks to Dion for the signature!