Key loggers
Key loggers capture keystrokes on a compromised system. A
key logger is a hard ware device or a software program that records the real
time activity of a computer user including the keyboard keys they press .it is
used in IT organization to troubleshoot technical problems with computers and business
networks. Key loggers can also be used by family to monitor the network usage
of people without their direct knowledge. Finally, malicious individuals may
use key loggers on public computers to steal passwords or credit card information.
A key logger 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 key logger recorder can record instant messages, e-mail, and any information you type at any time using your keyboard. The log file created by the keylogger can then be sent to a specified receiver. Some key logger programs will also record any e-mail addresses you use and Web site URLs you visit.
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