Spyware
SPYWARE
Spyware
What is Spyware?
Spyware is software that may be installed without your knowledge when you download software programs from the Web or click on email or IM attachments. It's often associated with applications related to file sharing, adult content and blog creation. Spyware monitors your web browsing habits, delivers unsolicited pop-up ads, directs you to advertising websites, and steals personal information to send to cybercriminals.
Why should you care?
Your PC could be further compromised by malware and bots, and your identity and personal information could be at risk.
Protect your PC with security software.
* Install an Internet security suite like Comodo that includes spam filtering and blocking as well as anti-malware and anti-spyware capabilities. Keep security software up-to-date.
* Scan your PC with a free tool such as HouseCall to see whether you have been infected.