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Question

I think my computer is being spied on, how can I tell?

Oct 6, 2015 8:48AM PDT

For some time I have felt that my PC is being spied on and maybe my mobile phone too. Can you tell me, is this possible that my computer is watched remotely? Can people gain access by using email address or facebook? How can I tell if someone is gaining access to my personal data? I really appreciate some help.

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Tell me about your phone.
Oct 6, 2015 9:05AM PDT

If it's a standard flip phone, even that Stingray can only reveal so much.

As to your PC, well, in the USA it's well known that almost everything is collected. So what to do other than use it as if you are being spied on when on the internet.

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Links with recent posts about this.
Oct 6, 2015 9:08AM PDT

Post was last edited on October 6, 2015 9:13 AM PDT

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Tried Checking For Spyware/Malware?
Oct 6, 2015 3:09PM PDT