Spyware, viruses, and other dangerous software can impact your computers performance significantly by communicating with other computers, reading and modifying your files, and consuming disk space. Unexplained Slowdowns – If your computer is suffering from sudden and unexplained performance loss, there's a chance some malicious software is the culprit. This type of spyware may also override your search bar, editing search terms, and redirecting traffic to a compromised page.
Spyware can force your computer to show you ads against your will, or worse, scams with the intent to steal your personal information.īrowser Hijacking – If your browser homepage has changed without your input, there's a strong chance your computer is infected with spyware. Invasive Pop-Ups – If ads are appearing on your desktop when you open your browser (or even without you doing anything), there's a chance your computer may be infected with spyware. However, there are some tell-tale signs to watch for: Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.Spyware is often designed to work quietly so users don't notice it's there. The Android robot is reproduced or modified from work created and shared by Google and used according to terms described in the Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution License. Microsoft and the Window logo are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.
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