12 Other security issues
12.3 Further security issues
The problems discussed so far can have major implications for users. They may:
- slow your PC;
- cause the loss of important data;
- damage your reputation by sending false information or viruses via email;
- access the Internet without permission, and in the process use up bandwidth;
- be time-consuming to remove;
- cause loss of private information;
- have financial implications.
Most of these types of software are targeted at adults. However, the software does not know whether it is an adult or a child who is sitting on the other side of the screen.
