Computers are at a great risk of being exposed to and infected with spyware each time they access the internet. Nearly all computers have a spyware infection in some form.
Just as computer users have become used to installing and regularly running anti-virus software, they also should learn to take measure to protect their computer and privacy from being invaded by spyware.
Malicious spyware works in a covert manner, and is often unnoticed , which leave the computer operator oblivious to the problems caused and privacy invasions.
The consequences of spyware or adware infections can range from minor, annoying problems such as constant pop-ups. More serious problems occur when the spyware hacker gets access to your credit card and other account numbers.