0 software that collects information about how someone uses the internet, or personal information such as passwords, without the user knowing about it --
1 a program that is put on a computer that is connected to the internet without the knowledge of the user and that gathers information about the user: --
2 software that is designed to collect information about how someone uses the internet, or personal information such as passwords, without the user knowing about it: --
spyware programs/protection
Scan all the files that you download for viruses and spyware prior to installing them on your system.
Founded in 2002, the company originally distributed programs that were considered spyware, from which they made millions of dollars in revenue.
Researchers have examined potential security risks including the release of personal information, bundled spyware, and viruses downloaded from the network.
Malicious code also includes spyware, which are deceptive programs, installed without authorization, that monitor a consumers activities without their consent.
The user consents to the installation, but does not consent to the monitoring tactics of the spyware.
Kazaa was accused of bundling adware, spyware and malware with their software.
Grayware encompasses spyware, adware, fraudulent dialers, joke programs, remote access tools and other unwanted programs that harm the performance of computers or cause inconvenience.
Spyware detection has been tweaked since the last release.
Computer malfunctions can range from a minor setting that is incorrect, to spyware, viruses, and as far as replacing hardware and an entire operating system.
