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  2. Identify legitimate AOL websites, requests, and communications

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    • Fake email addresses - Malicious actors sometimes send from email addresses made to look like an official email address but in fact is missing a letter(s), misspelled, replaces a letter with a lookalike number (e.g. “O” and “0”), or originates from free email services that would not be used for official communications.

  3. Ohio Turnpike warning: Beware of Ohio toll services text scam ...

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    A new scam claiming to be collecting unpaid tolls is targeting Ohioans, the Ohio Turnpike Commission warns. Here's what to watch out for. Ohio Turnpike warning: Beware of Ohio toll services text ...

  4. Ohio Turnpike text scam asks motorists for toll payments ...

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    "The Ohio Turnpike does not request its E-ZPass customers to make payments by text. Collections of unpaid tolls and/or toll violations do not occur by text either," according to the X post.

  5. Scam texts lead Ohio Turnpike to suspend unpaid fees ... - AOL

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    The Ohio Turnpike said it will suspend all unpaid toll fees as customers adjust to a new tolling system and scam texts rise. Here's what to know. Scam texts lead Ohio Turnpike to suspend unpaid ...

  6. Protect yourself from internet scams - AOL Help

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    Sometimes these emails can contain dangerous viruses or malware that can infect your computer by downloading attached software, screensavers, photos, or offers for free products. Additionally, be wary if you receive unsolicited emails indicating you've won a prize or contest, or asking you to forward a petition or email.

  7. Use AOL Official Mail to confirm legitimate AOL emails

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    AOL Mail is focused on keeping you safe while you use the best mail product on the web. One way we do this is by protecting against phishing and scam emails though the use of AOL Official Mail. When we send you important emails, we'll mark the message with a small AOL icon beside the sender name.

  8. Scam letters - Wikipedia

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    Currently it is unclear how far back the origin of scam letters date. The oldest reference to the origin of scam letters could be found at the Spanish Prisoner scam. [1] This scam dates back to the 1580s, where the fictitious prisoner would promise to share non-existent treasure with the person who would send him money to bribe the guards.

  9. How to spot phishing scams and keep your info safe - AOL

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    Shop it: Malwarebytes Premium Multi-Device, 30-day free trial then $4.99 a month, subscriptions.aol.com Phishing emails try to trick you into clicking on a link or opening an attachment by telling ...