An acronym for keystroke logger, 'keylogger', is a type of ______ that monitors and records what you type on your computer or mobile phone.
AWorm
BSpyware ✓ Correct
CVirus
DTrojan Horse
Correct answer: (B) Spyware
Explanation
A keylogger secretly monitors and records everything typed, which makes it a form of spyware.
A worm self-replicates and spreads through networks rather than logging keystrokes.
A virus attaches to files and needs a host program to spread its damage.
A trojan horse hides malicious code inside an apparently useful program.
Keyloggers are often used to steal passwords and other typed credentials.
Spyware as a whole gathers information about a user without consent.
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