Hi There folks!
This is a long post so I may have to do this in sections (multiple posts) as I have attempted to post this test for you all three times now and each time It got gobbled up in Cyberspace.. }:\
So Here it is:
This is somewhat technical and I don't know if it will work for Mac users as I haven't owned a Mac since 1992 so I don't know much about them anymore...
Question: My computer seems to be doing things even when I am not using it! The hard drive activity light flashes, and my internet connection shows activity even when I don't have a Browser open.
Is there something in my system or am I just paranoid? [confused]
Answer: With all of the vulnerabilities,such as Trojan horse programs, Spyware, Adware, worms and virii (plural of virus) that are affecting computer users systems It is prudent to be somewhat paranoid. 8[ 8[
The specific causes of the activity that you are noticing may be nothing more than any of the many background utilities that should be running either at startup or in the background.
OR it could be one or many malicious programs have made their way into your computer and is using it for sending out SPAM, WORMS, or hosting pirated software for others to download from your computer without your Knowledge or permission
Thats correct kids..someone could be using your computer as a server without your knowledge or permission }:\ }:\
Here is how to find out if this is happening to you!
please see next post,
ranger72
