Tech Class: Common Scams

Learn how to spot scams before they happen at our upcoming scam awareness workshop. Scams are designed to trick people into giving away money or personal information by creating a false problem, offer, or sense of trust. With online scams becoming more common—and more convincing—it’s more important than ever to know what to watch for.
In this one-hour presentation, attendees will learn how scams work, the warning signs that something may be fraudulent, and the most common types of scams people encounter today. We’ll also cover practical steps to take if you or someone you know has been targeted. A question-and-answer period and time for personal troubleshooting will follow the presentation.
Join us to build confidence, stay safer online, and continue using everyday tools like email and online shopping with greater peace of mind.
Con-artists are not know, but the internet, cellphones and AI have made scams easier to disseminate, harder to recognize, and more potentially more harmful in their impact. This can make navigating the internet and even answering the phone very scary. However, with a few tips and tricks we will learn int his workshop, you can have confidence exploring the internet, checking your mail and taking care of necessary tasks without being misled.
In this interactive workshop you will learn to identify and avoid common scams and what to do if you fall for one. You will leave more confidant in your ability to navigate the internet safely knowing you have the skills and information to recognize scams and protect yourself from them.