Which of the following term is used for software designed and optimized for controlling what
content is permitted to a reader, especially when it is used to restrict material delivered over the
Web?

A.
Malware

B.
Content-control software

C.
Spyware

D.
Activex control

Explanation:

Content-control software term is used for software designed and optimized for controlling what
content is permitted to a reader, especially
when it is used to restrict material delivered over the Web.
Answer C is incorrect. Spyware is a program that takes partial control over a user’s computer
without user’s permission. Spyware
programs can collect various types of personal information, such as Internet surfing habits, and Web
sites that the user has visited. Spyware
programs can also interfere with the control of a user’s computer, such as installing additional
software, redirecting Web browser activities,
accessing Web sites blindly, etc.
Answer A is incorrect. The term malware refers to malicious software, which is a broad class of
malicious viruses, including spyware.
Malware is designed to infiltrate or damage a computer without the consent of the owner.
Answer D is incorrect. ActiveX controls are software components that can be integrated into Web
pages and applications, within a
computer or among computers in a network, to reuse the functionality.