What is it?
Portable spyware is software that secretly gathers information from a device. It can be stored on a USB drive and used on different computers.
Tech Understandability: Intermediate
Simple One-Sentence Definition
Portable spyware collects data from any device it is plugged into.
Analogy or Comparison
Think of it like a hidden camera that moves from one room to another, watching everything.
Why it matters?
It raises privacy concerns and can lead to identity theft.
Fun Fact
Some portable spyware can be activated and deactivated without the user knowing.
Related Terms
Spyware: Spyware is software that monitors and collects information from a user’s device without their knowledge.
Malware: Malware is malicious software designed to harm or exploit devices and networks.
USB Drive: A USB drive is a portable storage device that connects to a computer via a USB port.
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