Something is activating my internet connection

[CRS]

Just recently, whenever I start up Windows XP, something immediately
activates my ADSL internet connection. I've run a spy-ware check using
AdAware, but nothing suspicious is reported. I've also checked for
viruses (F-Prot), but again - nothing suspicious reported. The only
thing I've done recently on my PC is to install a new CD writer, but as
I didbn't install any software with it, it's unlikely to be the cause.

Is there any sort of "monitor" software I can install which would tell
me what process is activating the ADSL connection during Windows start-
up?

Any help/advice very much appreciated. Regards,

CRS.

 

[Chen]

Try to install a firewall like ZoneAlarm (it's free). It can monitor all
programs that tries to connect to the internet.

// Chen

 

[Phil]

Install a outbound blocking firewall like Zone Alarm and it will tell you
what's trying to connect.

 

[CRS]

Thanks for the suggestions. I actually already have a firewall
installed (Kerio PF) which also reported nothing suspicious, so I guess
that whatever is forcing the connection is "known and approved" as far
as the firewall is concerned.

On the positive side, when I powered up this morning - no forced
connection!! I'm hoping that the problem may have disappeared.

Thanks again.

CRS.

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Original message from CRS follows ...

 

[Phil]

That's good. I'd keep an eye on it and even check in your firewall to see
what actually has permission to connect, just to be sure.