FBI urging online users to check for "DNS Changer" virus

Thousands of computer users may be unable to get online this summer.

The FBI is warning all computer owners to check for a type of malware called "DNS Changer." Infected computers 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 online will go away in July, that's when users won't be able to connect to the internet.

You can check your computer by visiting fbi.gov and searching for "DNS Changer".