Malware
Malware:
Malware is another name for Spyware and Adware. There are many ways to get malware on your computer. One way is to download an item with malware bundled into it. These types of programs are annoying and dangerous. They can send information to others about what you are doing online, send pop-up advertisements on your screen, etc. In addition they can take up computer memory and cause frequent crashes. Be careful before ever downloading information or attachments. If you do think you have malware ? download a free anti-spyware program and run it. Ask an adult for help if you are unsure how to get rid of it.
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