Can any body brief me what a spyware is..........i just know little information abt it.
2006-10-02 05:46:39 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
Spyware is any software intended to overtake a computer's operation without consent of the user.
2006-10-02 05:50:25 · answer #1 · answered by arkguy20 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any software that covertly gathers user information through the user's Internet connection without his or her knowledge, usually for advertising purposes. Spyware applications are typically bundled as a hidden component of freeware or shareware programs that can be downloaded from the Internet; however, it should be noted that the majority of shareware and freeware applications do not come with spyware. Once installed, the spyware monitors user activity on the Internet and transmits that information in the background to someone else. Spyware can also gather information about e-mail addresses and even passwords and credit card numbers.
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2006-10-02 12:51:32 · answer #2 · answered by TheHumbleOne 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spyware is a computer program that is put on your computer by a website or someone through the Internet. Spyware usually gives information about your computer and your web surfing habits to the person or company that put the program on your computer.
The spyware is programmed to take priority over your programs, so it makes everything you try to run go slower. This is bad enough, but you also have to wonder what they are doing with the information they are gathering...
2006-10-02 12:52:19 · answer #3 · answered by jennymurf 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spyware is used by sick individuals to see where you've been on the Internet. It is one way how your identity can be stolen if you use an insecure server while making an online purchases. What is weird is it generally downloads itself when you visit a particular website. Spyware can be as destructive as a virus. That is why it is best to get Norton Anti-virus or some other security software to protect your computer against it.
2006-10-02 12:52:24 · answer #4 · answered by Oklahoman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spyware is an extra "file" that has been added when you went to a search site. Normal uses you cookie to establish.
Various spyware. all not harmful.
Spyware can track your every move on your computer.
can also inject virus that allows another to control your computer.
and you won't even know it.
Some create virus that wipes out your hard drive.
but spyware was create to track where people go and why.
Always use a top spyware remover.
Use often- I have automatice spyware search and also
program I start.
2006-10-02 12:54:09 · answer #5 · answered by cork 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spyware is like a virus that makes the computer or laptop slower.
2006-10-02 12:48:41 · answer #6 · answered by Ultimate Chopin Fan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Easy.
Its cookware that spys use when they are in the field. It hides its heat admissions so they are not detected and are still able to cook a good meal.
Spyware is not very popular since they haven't developed "spywashers" yet?
2006-10-02 12:55:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
key word "spy" I wonder who's "spying" on us?
2006-10-02 12:53:08 · answer #8 · answered by zippo091 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋