Spyware and Adware: How Do Internet Users Defend Themselves?

作者: Rajendran Sriramachandramurthy , Siva K. Balasubramanian , Monica Alexandra Hodis

DOI: 10.1108/19355181200900010

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摘要: The spread of broadband Internet has resulted in the increase spyware and adware. This study highlights their damaging effects proposes a model that captures defensive measures adopted by users. Specifically, our indicates knowledge positive impact on self‐efficacy that, turn, is presumed to trigger technical measures. Moreover, concerns for privacy previous experience with adware are likely evoke both tactical defense Data collected PEW American Life research project utilized test proposed findings discussed.

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