Spyware

Hackers and Malware
Vocabulary Term #3485
Noun (thing)
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Spyware
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a general term for any type of malware which attempts to steal personal information such as credit cards, passwords, browser history, etc.
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"Some people consider social media websites such as Facebook, Youtube, and TikTok to be nothing more than a well-engineered combination of spyware and adware."
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