This post from @scalzi.com deserves a standing ovation. I 100% agree that scammers using AI should die a horrible death. #InternetScams #WritingCommunity whatever.scalzi.com/2026/03/03/i...
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I get them too... in duplicate... because the idiots are sending them to both emails listed in my public facing stuff. It makes it really easy to spot the scams. But it's the ones that come in via my contact form that slip through the spam filters. They copy and paste... and I delete. #InternetScams
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Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet is fueling scam cities in Myanmar #Technology #Internet #Starlink #InternetScams #ElonMusk
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Good to know. Its important to know what to look for. #InternetScams
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How Can You Spot and Avoid a Social Security Phishing Scam Email? --- ## The Dangers of Phishing Emails: A Real-Life Example In today’s world, many people use the internet for important things like banking, shopping, and even getting their Social Security benefits. But, just like in real life, there are scammers online who try to trick people and steal their money or personal information. One of the most common tricks they use is called a “phishing” email. ### What Is a Phishing Email? A phishing email is a fake message that looks like it comes from a real company or government agency. The goal of the email is to fool you into clicking a link or downloading an attachment. If you do, the scammers might steal your information, install a virus on your computer, or even take your money. ### The Example: A Fake
Social Security Email The screenshots above show an example of a phishing email. The email pretends to be from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which is the government office that sends out Social Security benefits. The email says that your “monthly benefit disbursement has been temporarily suspended” and that you need to download a form to fix the problem. The email tries to scare you by saying if you don’t act within 48 hours, your benefits will be “permanently suspended.” It even includes a fake attachment called “SSA_Verification_Form.pdf” and signs off with a fake name and title. ### How Can You Tell It’s a Scam? There are several clues that show this email is a scam: 1. **Suspicious Email Addresses:** The email comes from a strange address, not the real SSA. 2. **Urgent Language:** Scammers
often try to scare you by saying something bad will happen if you don’t act fast. 3. **Attachments:** The email tells you to download a file. Real government agencies will almost never ask you to download attachments from an email. 4. **Grammar and Formatting:** Sometimes, scam emails have odd wording or formatting mistakes. 5. **Too Much Pressure:** The email says you must act within 48 hours, which is a common trick to make you panic and not think clearly. ### What Should You Do? If you get an email like this, **do not** click any links or download any attachments. Do not reply to the email or try to contact the sender. The best thing to do is delete the email right away. If you’re worried about your benefits or account, contact the real agency directly using a phone number or website you know is real. ###
Why Is This Important? Phishing scams like this one cost people billions of dollars every year. Older people are often targeted because scammers think they might not be as familiar with technology. But anyone can be fooled by a well-made scam email. ### Conclusion It’s important to be careful online and to watch out for phishing emails. If something seems strange or too urgent, it’s okay to stop and double-check before clicking anything. By staying alert, you can protect yourself and your personal information from scammers. --- If you ever get an email that seems suspicious, remember: don’t click, don’t reply, and don’t download anything. Stay safe online! --- #Phishing #ScamAlert #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety #InternetScams #StaySafeOnline #SocialSecurity #FraudPrevention #EmailSafety #ProtectYourIdentity
#Phishing #ScamAlert #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety #InternetScams #StaySafeOnline #SocialSecurity #FraudPrevention #EmailSafety #ProtectYourIdentity
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The name of the event in white inside a blue banner at the top. Below it, in black text on a yellow banner, is the details about the event. in the middle is a simplified computer monitor and keyboard in black, resting on a blue half circle, with the NDEC logo in the center of the screen. In the background are stylize circuits in light grey.
From 1-2pm today (2/21)! Learn about the frauds, scams, and the how to protect yourself online with this free, one hour class offered by the National Digital Equity Center (NDEC) and the Waterville Public Library. Registration is required, space is limited.
#education #internetscams #libsky #ndec
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With very, very, very few #exceptions, everybody who says they want to #hire me for a #freelance art job is a #scammer.
#scam #scams #internetscams #scammers #artscammers #art #artist #humanartists #freelanceartists #graphicartists #illustrators #creatives
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Boundless Leads - an absolute joke of a company advertising on the socials offering 10,000 backlinks of quality ... No No NO!
#internetscams #boundlessleads #seojoke #seo
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... And the only reason I know about it is that mom sent me a text about it that she actually meant to send to dad. #parents #internetscams
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