spyware

noun

Meaning

Programs that surreptitiously monitor and report the actions of a computer user.

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Related words

espionage(English)spying(English)spy(English)spy ring(English)cybersurveillance(English)spider(English)web spider(English)counterspying(English)adware(English)antivirus(English)malware(English)toolbar(English)

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Sources

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