Email scamming is getting on the nerves of computer users these days. Scamming is posing multiple problems for computer users and is intended to spread malware. In most cases, the phishing scams are originated from E-mail scams. So one should be careful about email scams, and should think before clicking any doubted E-mail. To identify if a particular mail is a scam or not, Microsoft has issued a check list. Keeping the checklist in mind, users can identify the scam. An email is more likely to be a scam if:
- It contains unrealistic information. Either too good or too bad.
- It demands personal information.
- It looks amateur.
- It prompts you to take quick action.
- Offers you free money or prize.
- The email address look unauthentic or does not match with the From name.
- It is from any of your close friend asking for money.
Besides this checklist, Microsoft also recommends users to verify the email address through snopes.com and to view the safety and security section of Windows Live Help for further information. Microsoft also recommends computer users to change their password in case they are in doubt about the page displayed on signing in. With these precautions, users can considerably get rid of the E-mail scam.
