Ali Helmy:
Sorry to be off-topic, but could someone tell a total noob what is
that all
about?
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rootkit
Rootkit:
A rootkit is a set of software tools frequently used by a third party (usually
an intruder) after gaining access to a computer system. These tools are
intended to conceal running processes, files or system data, which helps an
intruder maintain access to a system without the user's knowledge. Rootkits
are known to exist for a variety of operating systems such as Linux, Solaris
and versions of Microsoft Windows. A computer with a rootkit on it is called
a rooted computer.