Crapware is a growing problem on new PCs, as well as with software downloads.

For this project, research crapware and its use today.

How frequently is it installed on new desktop and portable computers?

Does it come installed on mobile devices? Does software available through common download sites include crapware components?

Have there been any additional examples in the media since Superfish?

Have you found crapware on a new PC or included in a download? If so, was it a problem? Explain.

Do you think dealing with crapware is a fair exchange for lower prices of hardware and software? Why or why not?

At the conclusion of your research, prepare a one-page summary of your findings and opinions and post to this discussion.

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Answer Crapware also known as bloatware or junkware is the stuff that hardware makers install onto their devices on top of the operating system While some of it might be vaguely useful stuff most of i... View the full answer