Adware and Spyware - what's the difference?
There seems to be a lot of confusion about what the difference is between "adware" and "spyware". Lets set the record straight with a brief description of what each one is.
Adware Any software application that has the ability to display advertisements on your computer. Some adware may track your Web surfing habits. These advertisements may be displayed in many forms, including, but not limited to, pop-up, pop-under, and banner advertisements. Adware may slow your Web browser's performance. Worst case scenario: Some adware may have the ability to download third party software programs on your computer without your knowledge or consent.
Spyware Software that transmits information back to a third party without notifying the user. It is also commonly referred to as malware, trackware, hijackware, scumware, snoopware or thiefware. Some privacy advocates also call legitimate access control, filtering, Internet monitoring, password recovery,......
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