Suspect malicious bots on your PC ?

Do you think your computer has been compromised by a botnet? Malicious software called Bots can quietly take control of computers making them participate in networks called “Botnets.” Without you knowing, these botnets can use your internet bandwidth to relay spam, attack web servers, infect more computers, and perform other illicit activities.

Trend Micro has a tool called RUBotted that can help you determine whether you've been Botted. It is small, lightweight and easy to use. It's available for Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 2003 Server, and Windows Vista.

1. Grab the program for free here.
2. Install it and check the box to run the program after installation.
3. Once installed, RUBotted should run and place an icon in your system tray.
4. If your system is clean, you will get a green check mark, and a message saying "No Bots Found".
5. The program will remain running in your system tray to constantly monitor your computer from now on, unless you disable it.

Removing Malware/Spyware

For OSX and Linux users, this isn't such an issue at the moment. However, for those who have to work in a Windows environment, you are forced to deal with Malware/Spyware sooner or later.

There are many solutions out there, some better than others, some free, some commercial. Here's a list of known apps I've used in the field...

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