A form of software that collects information about the user in order to display advertisements in the browser based on the information it collects from the users browsing patterns.

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING CODE OF ETHICS AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

A form of software that collects information about the user in order to display advertisements in the browser based on the information it collects from the user’s browsing patterns.

A	Adware
B	Free ware
C	Share ware
D	Public domain Software

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Adware is an “advertising-supported software” that displays ads on websites and collects data on a user’s behavior for marketing purposes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Adware is any software application in which an advertising banner or other advertising material displays or downloads while a program is running. The ads are delivered through pop-up windows or bars that appear on the program’s user interface.

Detailed explanation-3: -Adware is software that displays unwanted (and sometimes irritating) pop-up adverts which can appear on your computer or mobile device.

Detailed explanation-4: -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.

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SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ETHICS AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING CODE OF ETHICS AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE