Most people who have spyware on their computers and laptops do not even realize it. The spyware lurks in the background doing it deeds within the shadows of their computer’s hard drives.
Sadly, most are unaware of what spyware can do, the types of damage it can potentially cause and measures that can be taken to protect yourself from these annoying programs.
This article will offer answers that will clarify what spyware is and tips you can use to protect yourself from spyware in the future.
What Exactly Is Spyware?
Spyware are computer programs that exist on your computer’s hard drive. They come in a variety of types and flavors. Some spyware simply lurk in the shadows of your hard drive, watching your browser and taking notes of which websites you visit.
Often, it then communicates what it finds to other parties by using your internet access. Other spyware watch and take note of your keystrokes whenever you visit a financial services website.
Knowing as “keyloggers,” this type of spyware then sends your sensitive financial information (including your username and passwords) to other parties across the internet....