Malware

Malware is another form of spyware. It’s an abbreviation for “malicious software” and is often designed to cause damage to your computer system just like a virus does.

Other forms of malware can do other horrible deeds like reveal the keys you press (keyword strokes) on the keyboard or your password to potential hackers.

That's why having spyware on your computer is like having somebody rummaging through your drawers & private belongings to some people!

Don't Confuse With Cookies

Don’t confuse cookies with spyware as there are various types of cookies. Albeit some Web sites and commercial organisations track users’ online activity through the use of what is called 𔄀spyware’. Sometimes coming in the form of ‘cookies’ - these enable the cookie writer to build-up information about what you do and where you go on the Web. Software is available that checks for and removes spyware. However cookies are generally harmless.

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