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13 WhatsApp scams to know and avoid in 2024
13 WhatsApp scams to know and avoid in 2024
Learn about common WhatsApp scams and how to avoid them so you can chat safely online.
Published December 22, 2023 · 11 min
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Malware

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Are you a Norton customer who is facing a problem with malware? Use this page to get answers to frequently asked questions. My computer has a virus. How did this happen? Thousands of new viruses…
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Find out what a Trojan virus is, how to detect it and how to remove it. You'll also learn how to effectively protect your device from future attacks.
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Learn how to clean your Android from viruses and malware and how to protect from future infections.
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Grayware can affect your device’s performance and compromise your security online, as well as being a nuisance.
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Online Scams

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Nobody likes being manipulated—and that’s exactly what happens to people when they fall victim to social engineering scams online. In addition to using more sophisticated malware, ransomware, and viruses, online criminals have become increasingly aware of the use and power psychology plays in weaving believable online fiction.
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Today’s cybercriminals are more creative than ever, using continually-evolving techniques to worm their way into the computers (and wallets) of unsuspecting victims around the globe.
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Constant connectivity to the Internet has improved our lives by leaps and bounds. From booking dinner reservations and buying movie tickets to keeping in touch with long-distance friends and finding the perfect gifts, the web offers a wealth of information.
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Unsure if you're on a scam website? We've rounded up the most popular 2024 online scams you need to know about.
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Emerging Threats

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Hacking is the use of unauthorised methods to access devices. Read on to learn how to protect against a hacker.
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Learn how to spot and remove a fake virus alert while keeping your devices safe from cybercriminals.
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How To

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This guide will teach you how to set up a VPN on your router, it’s easier than you think. Here is how.
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Here is how to fix the "Your connection is not private" error in a few minutes on the most popular devices.
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Follow these tips to prevent phishing, learn what to do if you come across it, and stay safer online.
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How to get rid of a fake Windows Defender security warning
How to get rid of a fake Windows Defender security warning
Learn what fake Windows Defender security warnings are, how to spot them, and how you can protect yourself.
Published April 09, 2025 · 8 min read

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