Technology

I did not know that there are more computers infected with adware/spyware programs more than a virus. I guess people just do not know the "symptoms" of such programs, and therefore, do not get them checked out. I guess a big part of the problem is lack of information, like the article mentioned. When there is a horrible virus that is being spread, you hear about it on the news. I have never heard anything about adware or spyware.

I was surprised to learn that "80 precent of systems" have been infected by spyware or adware. Also that "40 percent of those surveyed" have had "their Web browser's home page or search results being changed without their permission." I have had to deal with spyware and adware on my laptop. While I did not know that it was one of those programs, I knew that something was wrong, and that I should get my computer checked out. I can't imagine having something changed on my computer such as my home page, and not worry that someone had hacked into it.