From the mention of xpetran in the emximage sources I assume it was started after the XSDK.

Emxrsc does not build on my W2K system. A number of error messages. If it doesn't compile using Msys, I no longer bother. Regardless the source is a lot cleaner than that of Symbian's Rcomp.

I should look into Python, as it's the new official scripting language for Symbian. I wonder how long it will be before the first bittorrent clients appear.

Just noticed the press release regarding Cabir on Symbian's site. Good info, with some interesting bits. "Should Cabir actually infect your phone, you should report it to your service provider and your handset manufacturer." - not sure what that has to do with cleaning your phone. Your service provider will possibly wipe the memory down at their service center and Nokia as manufacturer only warrants the hw. It does follow immediately with instructions on cleaning your phone manually, negating any need to notify provider.

Another nice quote from the press release:
"Q - How is Symbian OS protected from malware?

A - Symbian OS provides a numbers of elements that make it secure. This includes protection from malware through signature checks and virus scanners."

Symbian provides digital signature checks but they have a hands-off policy with regard to security software.