I just got my computer back from my husbands house and now I feel like my computer is running different and this pop up came on and said someone was trying to log on to my computer could he have done something to my computer so he can see what I am doing on my computer . He lives in one house across town and I live in another house on the other side of town.
2007-01-18 11:57:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
As a former Computer Security Officer at a Dept. of Corrections, I smell a rat (ex-husband).
Your husband could have loaded software on your computer which allows him to see any emails you receive or send; which websites you visit (and when); and even any credit card/account info you have on your computer. He could also be reading any documents you are creating on your computer. He also could have put something on your computer that makes it a "zombie" whereby he can send it instructions to do things.
When you are not connected to the Interent, he
could have your computer to log what you are doing and then send him a report the next time you access the Internet. Or if your computer is a zombie, while you have it "turned off" he could have it turn on and send him a report.
Consider going to BestBuy (Geek Squad) or someplace and if nothing else - have them check it out. Consider having them (1) copy all your personal files to a storage devices; (2) erasing everything on your computer; and then (3) copying your files back to your computer. Or to run a security scan for you.
Or buy a 2nd computer and never tell your ex-husband that you switched computers.
Also, never let your ex get his hands on the computer again. And don't tell him you had the computer checked or replaced.
Just say, you been so busy, you are not using it much. If he did load something on your computer, he will start getting annoyed that he cannot find out anything - and make suggestions to you that you should take the time to use the computer.
Have seen a couple of cases where ex-husbands become "control freaks" and cannot stand the thought that their ex-wife is doing things they cannot control. This could be a way of checking up on what you are doing.
In Virginia, some law enforcement agencies have some computer skills to check things out. But most do not have the staff or staff with the right training. So I don't think you can get much help from law enforcement.
If I sound "evil minded" its just because being in public safety for 12 years, you tend to see the worse with people. On the other hand, your ex-husband could have loaded software so the next time you have a problem - he could look at it without having to come over. ?
2007-01-18 12:22:14 · answer #1 · answered by John Hightower 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-27 14:52:02 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It Could be a remote desktop connection so he can control your computer from his and get a report and or view all activity on your computer. If remote desktop is activated deactivate it and do a spyware scan I also would check for any extra programs he might have added since you know what is on your system. I use windows defender and would recommend it. The other guy above me has some interesting suggestions in my eyes like the 2ND computer thing and say if you do get a 2nd computer still use the old one for the stuff you would want someone to see who knows. You could take it to geek squad or a computer repair shop and explain your situation and have them check your computer out. Good luck with it hope it helps
2007-01-18 12:48:16 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remote Desktop is probably enabled. This application allows a user to remotely log into a computer. The good or bad part, depending on what you're using it for, is that only one user can be logged in at any instance. So he might be trying to log in while you're using it.
Right click on My Computer. Go to the advanced tab of Properties. Unclick Remote Desktop.
2007-01-18 12:03:16 · answer #4 · answered by The_Amish 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be a Trojan Horse. Get an Antispyware program, it should find it and wipe it out. A good Windows one is Windows Defender by Microsoft.
2007-01-18 12:04:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
...CREEPY...
run an anti-spy scan-Windows Defender works good (link provided)
if that does not help take it to a computer tech (bestbuy etc.)
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2007-01-18 12:07:29 · answer #6 · answered by GO OILERS GO - THE NEW ENERGY! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋