Computer hackers 411 please

Question

What are some signs that you have a hacker

Answer 1

Some signs that your computer or user account may have been hacked include:

    * Files disappear or are modified unexpectedly

    * Strange files appear or grow in size unexpectedly

    * Hard disk space shrinks without reason

    * The computer slows considerably, or problems appear suddenly

    * Strange messages or dialog boxes appear on the screen

    * The computer starts crashing frequently

    * Programs stop working as expected

    * Your internet connection slows dramatically for an extended period

    * You notice your internet connection is in use, but you are not using it

    * You get a phone call, letter, or email from your internet service provider or administrator noting strange activity

    * An attack-detection tool (antivirus/antispyware) gives a warning  

Answer 2

The idea of unauthorised hacking is to leave no signs. If you have "signs of a hacker", you don't have a hacker, you have some poorly-written malware or script kiddie attacking you.