unknown connections to microsoft website(s).

From: Jay (anonymous_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 11/27/03 

Date: Thu, 27 Nov 2003 12:30:46 -0800

I have a microosft wireless networking card, of course
using the Microsoft Boradband Networking software.

I used a network monitor(sniffer) and noticed that when I
opened the program it continuously would connect to
backup12.microsoft.com or other microsoft websites. The
data i saw being transmitted did not seem to be anything
harmful or that i would strongly object to, but I am
curious to as why these connections are occuring.
The sniffer did actually interfeer with other normal
internet connections, which may of promted these
connections. I don't know, can anybody help?

Thanx.
Jay

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