Virus alert on my computer

I am being told:

“WARNING!

The last website you visited has infected your computer with a virus.

Click OK to begin the repair process.

**if you leave this site your computer will remain damaged and vulnerable”

Is this for real?

MacBook Pro 13", 10.14

Posted on Feb 5, 2019 8:36 AM

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2 replies

Feb 5, 2019 8:38 AM in response to 2loverly

No. close the window, open a new one—

Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony ... - Apple Support

Feb 5, 2019 8:45 AM in response to 2loverly

It is a scam phishing attempt. Exit out and move on.

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