Which of the following terms refers to proprietary software that is provided to users without
payment on a trial basis and is often limited by any combination of functionality, vailability or
convenience?
A.
Freeware
B.
Adware
C.
Spyware
D.
Shareware
Explanation:
Shareware is a term refers to proprietary software that is provided to users without payment on a
trial basis and is often limited by any
combination of functionality, vailability or convenience.
Answer C is incorrect. Spyware is a program that takes partial control over a user’s computer
without user’s permission. Spyware
programs can collect various types of personal information, such as Internet surfing habits, and Web
sites that the user has visited. Spyware
programs can also interfere with the control of a user’s computer, such as installing additional
software, redirecting Web browser activities,
accessing Web sites blindly, etc.
Answer A is incorrect. Freeware is term for computer software that is available for use at no cost or
for an optional fee.
Answer B is incorrect. Adware is software that automatically downloads and display advertisements
in the Web browser without user
permission. When a user visits a site or downloads software, sometimes a hidden adware software is
also downloaded to display
advertisement automatically. This can be quite irritating to user. Some adware can also be spyware.