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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Spyware is
A
software that installs itself on your computer and then gathers information about passwords, what Internet sites you visit and other confidential information.
B
used to help protect your computer against viruses.
C
used to tell you how much storage space is free on your computer
D
automatically deletes browsing history.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Spyware is any software that installs itself on your computer and starts covertly monitoring your online behavior without your knowledge or permission. Spyware is a kind of malware that secretly gathers information about a person or organization and relays this data to other parties.

Detailed explanation-2: -Spyware, also known as “adware, ‘’ is software that sends information from your computer to a third party without your consent. Besides secretly monitoring a user’s behavior, spyware collects personal information, which could lead to identity theft.

Detailed explanation-3: -Explanation: Spyware is harmful software which infiltrates user’s system, spy on user’s activities, stealing internet usage data & sensitive information of that user. It monitors your internet activity, track login credentials and spy on user’s sensitive information.

Detailed explanation-4: -Trojan spyware enters devices via Trojan malware, which delivers the spyware program. Adware may monitor you to sell data to advertisers or serve deceptive malicious ads.

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