Modem dial-up problem

[D McLeod]

When I'm logged into Windows XP, my modem automatically
dials up into the internet. If I disconnect manually, it
automatically redials. I've reset all automatic dialing
settings not to dial up but it still does. Any ideas?

 

[Malke]

When I'm logged into Windows XP, my modem automatically
dials up into the internet. If I disconnect manually, it
automatically redials. I've reset all automatic dialing
settings not to dial up but it still does. Any ideas?

Certainly - something is calling your modem to start. Although you may
have legitimate but invasive programs checking for updates (such as
RealOne, Quicktime, etc.) what does a scan with a current antivirus
program (meaning a version not earlier than 2002 and using updated
virus definitions) show? Also, remove spyware with Spybot Search &
Destroy from www.security.kolla.de and Ad-aware from
www.lavasoftusa.com. Be sure to update these programs before running
them. It is best to run antivirus and spyware removal tools in Safe
Mode.

Malke