A _____ is a program placed on a computer or mobile device without the user's knowledge that secretly collects information about the user.
A) malware
B) virus
C) worm
D) spyware

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Spyware is a program that is installed on a device without the user's knowledge and collects information about the user, often for advertising purposes. Malware, virus, and worm are also types of malicious software, but they can cause harm to the device or compromise the user's data, whereas spyware typically does not directly harm the device but is still a threat to the user's privacy.

A _____ Is a Program Placed on a Computer or Mobile