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I see some network traffic even when my PC is idle ?

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The modem is constantly communicating with your ISP. Programs on your PC might be using the net without user interaction: DHCP, DCOM, RPC traffic, checking for email, pinging/monitoring other network nodes, etc. Someone (or some program without their knowledge) might be checking ports on your end, causing some traffic as well...


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