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Rootkit Checker Programs are these essential?

#1 Bernie70

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Posted 25 November 2006 - 02:08 PM

I have the basic security programs like anti spyware, antivirus, spyware prevention programs, but do i need a rootkit checker? I noticed them on majorgeeks but never have installed one. If I do need one, which one is the most effective? Thanks.

#2 sq2

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Posted 25 November 2006 - 02:36 PM

If you run a good antivirus on your machine than it should detect if a rootkit has infected your machine. But it is always a safe bet to have another program to make sure that your antivirus don't overlook a rootkit, I use Trojan Hunter which is one the best for finding those hard to find trojans and rootkit is another type of trojan.

http://www.anti-trojan-software-reviews.co...ojan-hunter.htm

This post has been edited by sq2: 25 November 2006 - 02:36 PM