Technical Support TerrorsBrandon Arakaki

Technical Support Terrors

a year ago
A comedic take on the absurdities of technical support scams and the importance of cybersecurity.

Scripts

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Tommy Tech

Hey there folks! You ever had one of those nights where you’re just trying to enjoy a good sleep, and then… BAM! The phone rings! It’s 4:55 AM and all you hear is, 'Hello, this is HP Support, please hold!' Yeah right, at 4:55 AM? What’s next? The pizza delivery guy calling me to ask about my computer’s warranty?

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Sammy Straight

Sounds like a scam, Tommy. But people actually fall for that? I mean, who would trust a company that calls them at such an ungodly hour?

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Tommy Tech

Exactly! I mean, the only time I’d trust a call at 4:55 AM is if it’s from a pizza place telling me my favorite pie is ready! Listen, if you’re lying in bed and the phone rings, it better be someone trying to sell you a good deal on cheese, not trying to break into your digital life!

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Sammy Straight

So what happened next? Did they get any personal information from the client?

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Tommy Tech

Almost! The client thought they were chatting with 'HP Support' because they googled it! Seriously? Googling for tech support at 5 AM? That’s like asking a toddler for directions to the nearest gas station!

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Sammy Straight

Raise your hand if you've ever googled something at 5 AM and regretted it immediately! See? Half the audience! We’ve all been there!

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Tommy Tech

Right! And the best part? Cowabunga Computers actually shut down the suspicious activity! They were like a digital superhero, swooping in right when the bad guys were about to strike! 'Not today, scammer!'

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Sammy Straight

I guess this shows the importance of cybersecurity. Always be alert, folks! Don’t let your computer be the next victim of late-night tech support calls.

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Tommy Tech

And remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is! Unless it’s a pizza offer. Then it’s definitely true! Thanks for being such a great audience!

Participants

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Tommy Tech

The Comedian

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Sammy Straight

The Straight Man

Topics

  • Technical Support Scams
  • Cybersecurity
  • Technology Trust Issues