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Glossary Term Adware

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What is Adware?

Adware is software that automatically displays or downloads advertising material, often unwanted and capable of slowing system performance.

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Understanding Adware

Adware is software that automatically displays or downloads advertising material. It is often unwanted and can slow down system performance.

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