Trojans: They wait their time hidden...the n strike

Part 2 of a few
THE WALLY'S GUIDE TO COMPUTER PROTECTION
Trojans:
They Can Control Your Computer
Trojans do not reproduce like a virus, but they do leave behind a program that can be contacted by another computer anywhere in the world. And then they can do just about anything.
Although a trojan could be used to take control of a computer, the most common trojans are dialer programs.
Dialers are used to make international or premium calls from your PC without you knowing.
That can get expensive, running up possibly huge phone bills.
Trojans normally get into your computer hidden in games, freeware or shareware and other software programs downloaded from the internet or on cd's swapped around by friends.
Once the software is opened on your computer the trojan is released.
A good virus checker will let you scan new software before you open it and warn you of any lurking nasties.
Trojans find holes in the Microsoft operating systems and this is why security patches issued by Microsoft should be installed as soon as they are released.
To read thwe whole article:
http://www.med-liv.com
Then follow the link to computer nasties. There you will also find information on the different types of threat to your computer security.
You'll also find the best protection I've found...to help prevent them getting in, to scan to check they aren't and to clean your compter if you are infected.
Your peace of mind starts here.