KEYLOGGER
DEFINATION
A keylogger is a type of surveillance
software (considered to be either software or spyware) that has the capability
to record every keystroke you make to a log file, usually encrypted. A
keylogger recorder can record instant messages, e-mail, and any information you
type at any time using your keyboard..
So whenever you enter anything on your computer with
keyboard it will go to the keylogger which secretly records everything you type.
For example: Usernames, passwords, credit card details email id.
There are two types of keyloggers
1.Software key logger
2.Physical Key logger
A Physical Key logger
Software Key logger is a secret program which is either installed or hidden
inside a pc to record all the key strokes. Whereas the physical key logger is a
hardware component which is attached with keyboard or inside the computer
hardware system. Hackers install these key loggers in cyber cafes to steal
information from the public.
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