AntiSpyware Flashcards
What does antispyware software protect against?
Antispyware protects against spyware, which secretly monitors user activities.
What is spyware designed to do?
Spyware collects personal information like login credentials, banking details, and browsing habits without consent.
How does spyware often enter a system?
Through bundled software (software the comes with computer) or malicious downloads.
What is keylogging in spyware?
Keylogging is spyware that records keystrokes to steal sensitive information like passwords.
What is the main focus of antispyware software?
To ensure privacy and protect against identity theft.
How does real-time monitoring help in antispyware software?
It prevents spyware from being downloaded or executed on a system.