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Phishing fake sites and Internet scams and we protect web users from visiting malicious sites Malware covers all sorts of malicious software designed to harm a computer or network Virus a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer Worm a self-replicating malware computer program, which uses a computer network to send copies of itself to other computers on the network Spy-ware a malware that collects small pieces of information about users without their knowledge Ad-ware any software package which automatically plays, displays, or downloads advertisements to a computer Trojan Horse a destructive program that masquerades as an application. The software initially appears to perform a desirable function for the user prior to installation, but steals information or harms the system Attachment A file that can be added to an e-mail, like a document, photograph, or song. Sometimes attachments carry viruses, so do not open attachments from unknown parties Blog A Web log, or blog, is an online journal or diary where writers, known as bloggers, may chronicle their daily lives or comment on news and popular culture. bookmark A way to quickly access a favorite website by saving it in your browser Browser A program that allows users to view Web pages Chat room An interactive forum where you can talk in real-time Cookie Websites use these files to store information on your browser, such as log-in or registration identification, user preferences, and online "shopping-cart" information Cyber-bullying Bullying through Internet applications and technologies such as instant messaging (IM), social networking sites, and cell phones Download nformation retrieved from the Internet, discs or CDs, and other computers which you can use or save to your computer email A service that allows people to send messages with pictures and sounds from their computer to any other computer in the world Firewall This is a system that creates a special "wall" to keep out unwanted information, like spam and viruses, and unwanted people, like hackers Netiquette Courtesy, honesty, and polite behavior practiced on the Internet. Hacker A popular term for someone who accesses computer information either legally or illegally. Pharming An online scam that attacks the browser's address bar Piracy llegally copying copyrighted software, music, or movies Spam Unwanted e-mail from someone you don't know. It is usually trying to sell you something. Social Networking site An online community where people from all over the world may meet and share common interests History A list of websites the people using a particular computer have visited