Question

    The free software that displays online advertisements in

    a banner or pop up window is called ___________.
    A Freeware Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Adware Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Malware Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Spyware Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Adware, or advertising-supported software, is any software  package that automatically renders advertisements in order to generate revenue for its author. The advertisements may be in the user interface of the software or on a screen presented to the user during the installation process. The functions may be designed to analyze which Internet sites the user visits and to present advertising pertinent to the types of goods or services featured there. 

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