Adware, or advertising-supported software, is any software package which automatically
renders advertisements. These advertisements can be in the form of a pop-up. They may also be in
the user interface of the software or on a screen presented to the user during the installation
process. The object of the Adware is to generate revenue for its author.
Adware, by itself, is harmless; however, some adware may come with integrated spyware
such as key loggers and other privacy-invasive software. Adware has been criticized because it
usually includes code that tracks a user’s personal information and passes it on to third parties,
without the user’s authorization or knowledge.
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