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Spyware Definition & Meaning

spyware
noun
  1. computer software that obtains information from a user's computer without the user's knowledge or consent

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Frequently asked questions

What does spyware mean?
computer software that obtains information from a user's computer without the user's knowledge or consent
What part of speech is spyware?
Spyware is a noun.

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