I am a responsible netizen
This article which you are about to read has been written in an attempt to help with the fight against the spyware threat. I have tried to answer some of the questions you might have on this subject and hopefully together we can beat this monster.Spyware is one of the fastest growing internet threats. According to the National Cyber Security Alliance, it infects more than 9 out of 10 of all PCs today. These unobtrusive, malicious programs are designed to silently bypass firewalls and anti virus software without the users knowledge. Once embedded in a computer, it can wreak havoc on the systems performance while gathering your personal information. Fortunately, unlike viruses and worms, spyware programs do not usually self replicate.
Another way that spyware can access your computer is by tricking you into manipulating the security features designed to prevent any unwanted installations. The Internet Explorer Web browser was designed not to allow websites to start any unwanted downloads. That is why the user has to initiate a download by clicking on a link. These links can prove deceptive. For example, a pop up modeled after a standard Windows dialog box, may appear on your screen. The message may ask you if you would like to optimize your internet access. It provides yes or no answer buttons, but, no matter which button you push, a download containing the spyware program will commence. Newer versions of Internet Explorer are now making this spyware pathway a little more difficult.
Finally, some spyware applications infect a system by attacking security holes in the Web browser or other software. When the user navigates a webpage controlled by a spyware author, the page contains code designed to attack the browser, and force the installation of the spyware program.
For me I will be responsible enough in using different kind of technology. I take care of them and not to abuse them.
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