Odd Internet Connection Icon - Have You Seen It?

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The forum discussion centers on a peculiar internet connection icon featuring a small yellow dot orbiting the icon on a Windows XP SP2 system. This phenomenon was reported by a user whose girlfriend observed the icon change spontaneously, raising concerns about potential malware or virus activity. The discussion emphasizes the importance of investigating unexpected changes in system behavior, as they may indicate security threats. Users are advised to conduct virus scans to ensure system integrity.

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Has anyone ever seen or herd of an internet connection icon showing a small yellow dot orbiting it, similar to the EarthLink emblem? Specifically, a wireless internet connection icon on the taskbar of a Windows XP SP2 system.

I was on the phone with my girlfriend when she told me about it, so i didn't see it, but she did say that it just started doing that on its own (she doesn't have EarthLink). I had her mouse over it, and the info was all normal and so were the connection properties. Well, as normal as i could tell from what she read to me.

Just wondering if anyone has herd of this.
 
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Don't know.
OTOH any change like that occurring without activity on your part is a serious red flag.
I would definitely be looking for a virus.
 
I wasn't worried about it, but I will definitely look for a virus now.

Thanks for the heads-up NoTime.
 

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