Chapter 2. Spyware: Overrun by Advertisers, Hijackers, and Opportunists
IN THIS CHAPTER
- What Is Spyware?
- What Does Spyware Do and Why Is It Bad?
- How Does Spyware Sneak onto My Computer?
- Types of Spyware: Snoops, Adware, Cookies, and More
- Who Is at Risk?
- How Do I Know If I Have Spyware?
- Defend Yourself Against Spyware
- Ban All Spies: Strong Spyware Defense in an Afternoon
- The Absolute Minimum
Spyware and adware, its rude sister, are two of the most prolific threats to the privacy and the security of your computer today. This chapter explains what they are, how they spy on you, and what methods they use to sneak onto your computer. It also covers the many flavors of spyware and a snoop profile for each type. Of course, no chapter on spyware ...
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