Lesson 10 of 15 · Search results, fake support and remote access

First does not mean safest.

Some results at the top of a search page are adverts — marked “Sponsored”. Companies pay to appear there.

Sponsored does not automatically mean scam — but it does not prove a result is safe either.

Being first does not prove a company is trustworthy. Before contacting one:

  • Check the company name.
  • Check its website.
  • Compare information from more than one source.
  • Look for normal business contact details.
  • Do not immediately give remote access to your computer.