Virus vs. Spyware: What's the difference?

Topics:: Anti-Virus,; Network Security,; Spyware

Tags:: Corporate Communications,; Cyberthreats,; Marketing,; Security,; Spyware,; Spyware, Adware & Malware,; TechRepublic Inc.,; Virus,; Viruses And Worms

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Overview: Viruses and spyware are both major nuisances for IT departments, and both of them have the potential to cause traffic problems and productivity losses. However, that's pretty much where the similarities stop, and IT pros should not get confused about the differences between them. TechRepublic's Bob Artner breaks down the differences in terms of the 'who', the 'why', the 'what' and the 'how' of viruses and spyware in this video whiteboard from ZDNet.

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