I'm using windows 2000 pro.
I am constantly scanning for viruses and spy ware.
I have not installed any new hardware/software prior to this incident(that I can remember) I've had this problem for months now.
The only other changes I can think is that an antivirus firewall and spy ware, popup bundle provided by our internet provider.
But I think I was already having this problem before the bundle was installed. Right now the only thing still running is the antivirus.