IT ENGLISH: Technical Terminology - Adware

What is adware?

• Software that generates revenue through sales

• Software that is supported by advertisements

• Software that injects ads into other parts of the operating system

• Software that requires watching video ads

How do adware developers generate revenue?

• By selling online ads

• By selling an upgraded ad-free version of their software

• By requiring users to watch video ads

• By injecting ads into webpages

Which type of apps frequently use the adware model?

• Desktop applications

• Smartphone and tablet applications

• Web applications

• Gaming consoles

What is an in-app purchase?

• A purchase made within an app to remove ads

• A purchase made to upgrade the app to a premium version

• A purchase made to support the developer

• A purchase made to unlock additional features

Is most adware safe to use?

• Yes, all adware is safe

• No, all adware is malware

• Yes, but some adware may inject ads into other parts of the operating system

• No, all adware requires antivirus and antimalware software

What are the types of ads that may be introduced by malware?

• Banner ads

• Popups

• Video ads

• Text ads

How can malicious ads introduced by adware be removed?

• By uninstalling the adware

• By using antivirus and antimalware software

• By closing the ads manually

• By upgrading to the premium version of the app

What is the purpose of a small banner ad in mobile apps?

• To provide revenue for the developer

• To annoy the users

• To promote other apps

• To improve the user experience

What is the purpose of requiring users to watch a short video ad in mobile games?

• To generate revenue for the developer

• To entertain the users

• To educate the users

• To improve the gameplay

What is the target audience for this quiz?

• Students from grade 14

• Professionals in the software industry

• Children under the age of 10

• Senior citizens