ROCKPORT — Recently scareware has become a very common threat for people browsing the Internet on both their computers and their smartphones. In this class, we will discuss the various types of scams, how they access your computer or phone, how to recognize a scam, and what to do when you encounter one. We hope to include an actual demonstration of a scammer getting into a computer.

Come to this 90-minute class to learn how to know and avoid scareware and other scams.

Online Scams is taught by Hugo Heriz-Smith, who has been working with Macs and PCs since the late 80s. He is currently a well-known local consultant for small businesses and residential customers with a wide range of technology needs. This class will be held on Tuesday, April 26, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Five Town CSD Adult and Community Education, located at Camden Hills Regional High School, 25 Keelson Ave.

For questions or sign-ups contact adult ed at 236-7800, ext. 5, or fivetowns.maineadulted.org.