Hackers target home computers

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Tens or even hundreds of thousands of computer users could be unable to get online this summer.

The FBI is warning all computer owners to check for a type of malware, called "DNS Changer," similar to a virus.

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PCs infected with DNS Changer were used by a group of hackers for fraud.

Federal agents say they've caught those responsible.

But a temporary solution keeping the infected machines on-line will go away in July, and users won't be able to connect to the internet.

You can check your computer by visiting FBI.gov finding DNS changer.


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