BASIC COMPUTER CONCEPTS
COMPUTER SYSTEM TYPES
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Adware replicate themselves on the system, attaching themselves to different files and looking for pathways between computers, such as computer network that shares common file storage areas.
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Adware is defined as self-propagating malware that infects its host and connects back to a central server.
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Adware is nothing but attempting to expose users to unwanted, potentially malicious advertising.
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Adware is a malware that carries out malicious operations under the appearance of a desired operation such as playing an online game.
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Detailed explanation-1: -“Adware is unwanted software designed to throw advertisements up on your screen.” Adware generates revenue for its developer by automatically displaying online advertisements in the user interface of the software or on a screen that pops up in the user’s face during the installation process.
Detailed explanation-2: -Adware (or advertising software) is the term used for various pop-up advertisements that show up on your computer or mobile device. Adware has the potential to become malicious and harm your device by slowing it down, hijacking your browser and installing viruses and/or spyware.
Detailed explanation-3: -Adware, a term derived from “advertising-supported software, ” is software that displays advertising on a computer screen or mobile device, redirects search results to advertising websites, and collects user data for marketing purposes.
Detailed explanation-4: -Adware is any software program that displays adverts on a computer, whether harmful or not. It is most commonly referred to as malicious programs that show misleading adverts, blinking pop-up windows, giant digital billboards, and full-screen auto-play advertisements within an internet browser.
Detailed explanation-5: -The term “adware” refers to a type of software that serves you deceptive, shady, or simply annoying advertisements. Adware may show up on your device with your knowledge (typically these are free, legitimate apps funded through ads) or without your knowledge (most likely malicious).