Virus, Spyware and Spam, differentiate between them with respect to information and computer security

Virus
A virus is a piece of code that copies itself without help from users and is usually attached to a program or files that can be downloaded. Some viruses display messages, install other software or files, or delete information.

Spyware
Software that is installed on your computer without your knowledge or consent, usually when other software is being installed, is often referred to as spyware. Most try to get the user to look at advertisements or certain websites. Some spyware sends information about the user to other computers over the Internet.

Spam
Spam is email that users receive when a mailing list is used inappropriately and a message is sent to a large number of people who didn’t ask to receive it.

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