Cyber-Bob's Cyber Safety Tip #133 — Fake Antivirus Scams
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Bob The Cyber-Guy provides practical advice on recognizing and avoiding fake antivirus scams.
Video: https://youtu.be/DpabxWvYkps In Cyber-Bob’s Cyber Safety Tip #133, Bob The Cyber-Guy explains how criminals disguise malware as security software and use frightening alerts, fake scans, and urgent warnings to pressure people into making costly mistakes. Learn how to recognize suspicious antivirus messages, avoid scare tactics, and respond safely without giving scammers access to your computer, passwords, or money. Clear, practical cybersecurity advice for seniors, beginners, and everyday computer users. 💻 Stay calm. Verify the warning. Never let a scary pop-up make security decisions for you Stay safe, stay secure, stay curious — and remember my friends, you’re never too old to outsmart a scammer. 👋 Created by Norbert (Bob) Gostischa with a little help from ChatGPT, NotebookLM Slide Deck, and ScreenPal. All videos featuring Cyber-Bob are available here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g23Y9OlMqTZElR_JO20E0AGy&si=vb75DBhUg_ZJarby
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