Adware and spyware are similar to each other in that they both ________.
A) masquerade as useful programs
B) are specifically programmed to spread
C) are installed with a user's permission
D) reside in the background and observe a user's behavior

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Adware and spyware both operate in the background and monitor a user's behavior. Adware typically displays unwanted advertisements based on the observed behavior, while spyware secretly gathers information without the user's knowledge.

Adware and Spyware Are Similar to Each Other in That