Provides background on and reviews policy issues related to spyware, a type of software used to collect personal information from an individual's computer without notice or consent, or otherwise gain unauthorized access to an individual's computer. Describes FTC actions and State laws related to spyware. Summarizes spyware-related legislative proposals in the 108th, 109th, and 110th Congresses.
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