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Spyware refers to a broad category of malicious software designed to intercept or take partial control of a computer's operation without the informed consent of that machine's owner or legitimate user.

While a spyware program similar to a Virus in many ways, the term generally refers to software which is being used for commercial purposes rather than program which is simply malicious.

Because it will commonly use up memory and network bandwidth and may change system settings, spyware has the potential to cause problems with Steam and other applications on an infected machine.


 
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