Glossary Entry: Adware
Definition
Adware is a form of malicious software that is designed to display unwanted and unsolicited advertising in an intrusive manner.
Note that just because software features advertisements does not mean it's adware: the key difference between ad-supported software and adware is that ad-supported software has a purpose beyond bombarding the user with advertising.
Note that just because software features advertisements does not mean it's adware: the key difference between ad-supported software and adware is that ad-supported software has a purpose beyond bombarding the user with advertising.
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