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Question 16: Which of the following is designed to infiltrate or damage a computer without the consent ofthe owner?
A. Shareware
B. Malware
C. Freeware
D. Stealware
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The term malware refers to malicious software, which is a broad class of malicious viruses, including
spyware.
Malware is designed to infiltrate or damage a computer without the consent of the owner.
Answer D is incorrect. Stealware is associated with Web bugs or spyware.
It is used by Web sites to affiliate marketing programs. Stealware attributes can be present in
peer-to-peer software applications. Spyware, adware, and stealware are similar types of malicious
code. Some Websites are advertised as free and allow information to be downloaded.
However, a pop-up window with a disclaimer should appear.
The disclaimer discloses information of possible charges or rerouting of the Web site. The users
should read the disclaimer to learn what charges are applicable before clicking the advertisement.
Otherwise, they will be liable to pay a large sum of money. The working procedure of stealware is
shown in the figure below:
Answer A is incorrect. Shareware is software designed to use freely or for a limited period available
on the Internet. After completing the given time, the user can either purchase it or legally remove it.
These types of products are usually offered either with certain features only available when the user
has purchased the product, or as a full version but for a limited trial period of time.
Answer C is incorrect. Freeware is computer software that can be used without paying for it.
