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“Don’t Click That Link — Even If It Looks Friendly.” Cyber‑Bob here, waving my digital cane again because this one’s a classic. 👴💻 Scammers are sneaky little critters — they’ll send you emails, texts, or messages that look like they’re from your bank, your grandkid, or your favorite store. But the truth? That “urgent” link could lead you straight into a cyber‑trap. Cyber‑Bob’s Golden Rule: If you didn’t expect the message, don’t click the link. Check the sender carefully — a tiny spelling difference like chase‑bank.com instead of chase.com is a big red flag. 🔹 What To Do Instead: Go directly to the company’s real website by typing it yourself. Call the person or business using a number you already trust. Hover over links (don’t click!) to see where they really go — if it looks weird, it is weird. 🔹 Bonus Senior‑Smart Tip: If the message says “act now” or “your account will be locked,” relax. That panic they’re trying to cause? That’s their favorite bait...

“Don’t Trust Links You Didn’t Ask For.” Uninvited links are like stray raccoons on the porch — cute from a distance, but they’ll rummage through your life if you let them. If you didn’t start the conversation, don’t start clicking. 🔹 Step 1 — Pause Unexpected text or email with a link? Breathe. No one ever saved their bank account by rushing. 🔹 Step 2 — Preview, Don’t Tap On a computer, hover your mouse over the link to see the real web address. On a phone, press and hold the link (don’t release) to preview the destination. If it looks odd, misspelled, super long, or asks you to log in → walk away. 🔹 Step 3 — Go Around, Not Through Need to check something? Open a new browser tab and type the site yourself (bank, Medicare, SSA, Amazon). Never use the link that came to you out of the blue. 💬 Quick Example You get a text: “Your package is delayed. Track here: bit.ly/FreeFastShip .” Feels helpful. It isn’t. Open your carrier’s real app or type their official site...