COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY
WHAT IS COMPUTER SECURITY
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phishing
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slander
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spyware
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software piracy
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Detailed explanation-1: -Spyware is a type of malware (malicious software) installed on your computer without your consent to monitor or control your computer use.
Detailed explanation-2: -Spyware collects your personal information and passes it on to interested third parties without your knowledge or consent. Spyware is also known for installing Trojan viruses. Adware displays pop-up advertisements when you are online.
Detailed explanation-3: -Malware, or malicious software, is any program or file that is intentionally harmful to a computer, network or server. Types of malware include computer viruses, worms, Trojan horses, ransomware and spyware.
Detailed explanation-4: -At its most damaging, spyware will track web browsing history, passwords and other private information, such as email addresses, credit card numbers, personal identification numbers or banking records. All of this information can be gathered and used for identity theft or sold to third parties.