When it comes to spyware, the answer to the question "Who is watching?" could mean anyone. The term Spyware pertains to any software that gathers information about you, the end user, through your Internet connection without your knowledge. Typically this information is used for advertising purposes; however some types of spyware can be used to gather personal information about you for malicious purposes. Most spyware applications are bundled as a hidden component of freeware, shareware or other similar programs that can be downloaded from the Internet.

Once installed, the spyware will track your activity and keep records of your behavior on the Internet, all while transmitting this information in the background to someone else without ever alerting you. The types of information that can be captured include things such as the websites you visit, software you download or have installed on your computer and, in some extreme cases, passwords and users names.

A spyware infection can be devastating to your computer's hard drive. In some extreme situations, spyware can lead to hardware failure and loss of your personal data.

The NetTrooper security assessment can determine whether or not you are at risk of spyware infection by checking whether or not you have anti-spyware installed on your PCs and whether or not your software is up-to-date.

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