What Is a Special Class of Adware That Collects Data

question 117

Multiple Choice

What is a special class of adware that collects data about the user and transmits it over the Internet without the user's knowledge or permission?

• A) Spyware
• B) Hacker
• C) Drive-by hacking
• D) Adware

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Definitions:

Contingent Liabilities

Possible obligations that might arise from past events and whose existence will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more future events.

U.S. GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States, a framework of accounting standards, principles, and procedures.

Current Liabilities

Short-term financial obligations that a company is expected to pay within one year or one operating cycle, whichever is longer.

Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating the liquidity levels for operating needs.