Detecting Computer Infection through Slow Response
Have you ever wondered if your slow Windows computer could be infected with malware? In this article, we explore the parameters to check in order to determine if your computer’s slow response is due to an infection.
There is an interesting patent titled “Network-based infection detection using host slowdown” that provides some valuable insights into this topic.
The patent suggests that one way to detect host malware or changes is by analyzing the response time information for transactions between the host and its peers. By comparing a baseline set of response time information with a later set, it is possible to determine if a host slowdown has occurred. This determination can be used to control the execution of a host malware protection policy.
By implementing this approach, it becomes easier to identify if your computer’s slow response is a result of an infection. This information can then be used to take appropriate action to safeguard your system.