Microsoft's advisory about Conficker lists numerous indication of virus, including these:

* Account lockout policies are being tripped.

* Automatic Updates, Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS), Windows Defender, along with Error Reporting Services are disabled.

* Domain controllers react gradually to client requirements.

* The network is crowded.

* Various security-related Web sites cannot be accessed.

In case your computer is showing any of this indication Microsoft recommends that you directly make use of the MSRT to clean the machine. Users can download MSRT from Microsoft's site, or pursue the directions posted at its support site.