Spyware is fast becoming the next generation of spam. It is software that installs onto a computer or local network, monitors computing habits and delivers the information to third parties. Usually, the user is unaware that the software exists on his or her computer. Much like spam, spyware is becoming more than just a nuisance; it’s raising major red flags with privacy and security experts alike. At best, spyware activity monitors computer habits. The worst of the spyware breeds steal personal information and can contribute to an entire network being taken over.
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Spyware: The Next Spam?
Posted by: Jack M. Germain June 26, 2004 01:30 AMSpyware is fast becoming the next generation of spam. It is software that installs onto a computer or local network, monitors computing habits and delivers the information to third parties. Usually, the user is unaware that the software exists on his or her computer. Much like spam, spyware is becoming more than just a nuisance; it’s raising major red flags with privacy and security experts alike. At best, spyware activity monitors computer habits. The worst of the spyware breeds steal personal information and can contribute to an entire network being taken over.