What is adware?
Q: What is adware?
A: Adware is a computer program that displays advertisements on someone's computer, often without their permission.
Q: How do people get adware on their computer?
A: Adware can be put there by other people, often without the owner's permission, through various means such as downloading software, opening email attachments, and clicking on pop-up ads.
Q: Why is adware controversial?
A: Adware is controversial because it can be used by businesses to gather information about someone's online activities and display targeted advertisements, which some people may find intrusive and a violation of their privacy.
Q: Can adware be used for legitimate purposes?
A: Yes, adware can be used for legitimate purposes such as displaying relevant advertisements based on someone's browsing history or interests.
Q: How can someone prevent adware from being installed on their computer?
A: Someone can prevent adware from being installed on their computer by using anti-virus and anti-malware software, being cautious about downloading software and opening email attachments from unknown sources, and blocking pop-up ads.
Q: What is Kazaa and how does it relate to adware?
A: Kazaa is a popular file-sharing program that installs adware on a user's computer to display targeted ads. Some people use an illegally modified version called Kazaa Lite to avoid the unwanted ads.
Q: Why do some people not like adware?
A: Some people do not like adware because it can be intrusive, slow down their computer, and compromise their privacy by collecting data on their online activities.
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