They got to me through my computer
If a scammer has reached you through your computer.
What should I do?
- A virus or other harmful software may still be on your system.
- Run a full system check using reliable virus protection software.
- If you do not have this software already, install it, along with an internet barrier called a "firewall".
- Netsafe, The Internet Safety Group provides information about protecting your computer, and you can access their site to find it. Netsafe also provide a Step by Step guide to computer security.
- Change all your passwords. The scammers may have access to them.
- Keep your protection software up to date.
- Don't respond in any way to unsolicited emails.
- If in doubt, delete.
Last updated 12 May 2010
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