Botnets: A Major Tool in Cybercrime and How to Protect Against Them

Botnets, originally designed as networks for managing web services, have been hijacked by hackers to create networks of compromised computers used for fraudulent activities. The article explains how these "zombie" networks operate and suggests measures to detect them and protect corporate networks and PCs. Botnets have become a major tool in cybercrime, often used for DDoS attacks and other forms of malware. The article emphasizes the importance of vigilance and good security practices to counter these threats.