:: Spyware ::
Individual programs that embed themselves within your computer and
monitor your internet browsing activites. They can "spy" on your
confidential information (ie. passwords, credit card info, etc).
::
Spybot Worm ::
The spybot worm is a virus that attacks your computer system through
Instant Messenger or Kazaa. If you are infected by spybot then
your anti-virus software may become disabled.
:: Adware ::
Programs that relay your personal information
and internet browsing patterns from your PC to another PC for advertising
purposes. Adware are software applications that display advertising
banners and pop-ups. If you get inundated with pop-ups chances are
you have been infected by adware..
:: Malware ::
It is the short term for malicious software. Malware are more commonly
referred as viruses, trojans, and worms. Malware self-propagates
and hide themselves within another program. Malware are designed
to annoy but they have been known to wipe out the an entire hard
drive. The most common form of being infected by Malware is through
openning of an email attachment.
:: Trojan ::
Software
that breaks through computer security and disguises itself as
something benign, such as a game or directory lister. Trojans
do not replicate themselves and are usually installed by "freeware
and shareware" programs. They are detected as backdoor.
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