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Ever wondered why it's called phishing?

The name comes from fishing—because scammers "cast bait" using fake emails, text messages, and websites, hoping someone will bite.

The unusual spelling with "ph" dates back to the 1990s, when early hackers adopted "ph" as part of hacker culture. The name stuck because the technique hasn't changed: trick just one person into handing over valuable information.

🎣 Don't take the bait.
✔️ Verify links before clicking.
✔️ Never share passwords or one-time codes.
✔️ Always check the sender before responding.

Stay alert. A few seconds of caution can save your money and your data.

IT support has heard this one a thousand times... right before finding 37 random downloads, three sketchy browser extensions, and a folder named "Free_Money_2026.zip."

Be honest... have you ever said, "I didn't click anything," knowing exactly what you clicked?

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