Which security threat installs on a computer without the knowledge of the user and then monitors computer activity?

Which security threat installs on a computer without the knowledge of the user and then monitors computer activity?

• spyware
• viruses
• worms
• adware

Explanation: Spyware normally installs on a system without end-user knowledge and monitors activity on a computer, which can then be sent to the source of spyware. Viruses infect systems and execute malicious code. Worms self-replicate and propagate across networks from a singular host, consuming a lot of bandwidth. Adware is normally distributed through downloaded software and results in the exhibition of several pop-up windows on the system.

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