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Social spam, the main entity of this text, is a prevalent issue in the digital sphere that has evolved from traditional email^[4] spam. It is primarily seen on social networks, where over 90% of users have reportedly encountered it. This form of digital nuisance comes in various forms including automated messages from spambots, fake accounts, and even real individuals utilizing spam tactics. It manifests itself through commercial advertisements, repeated comments, profanity, offensive content, and malicious links. The growth of social spam has been rapid, with a 355% increase reported in the first half of 2013. This issue is not only annoying but also poses potential threats such as malware^[2] infections, data theft, and misleading information. It is combated through detection and reporting tools provided by platforms like Google^[3] and Facebook^[1], and legal actions have also been taken against it.

Terms definitions

1. ↑ Facebook ( Facebook ) Facebook, now known as Meta Platforms, is a major internet company that started as a social networking platform. Founded by Mark Zuckerberg in 2004, Facebook expanded rapidly from Harvard to other universities and later to the general public, becoming a global phenomenon. It is known for its user-friendly interface and various features such as Groups, the Developer Platform, and Facebook Dating. Despite facing criticism for issues like privacy breaches and the spread of fake news, Facebook has remained a dominant player in the online world. It has made significant strides in the field of technology, including the development of its unique data storage system, the use of PHP for its platform, and the launch of the Hack programming language. In recent years, the company has shifted its focus to the metaverse, a virtual reality space where users can interact with a computer-generated environment.

2. ↑ malware. Malware, short for malicious software, refers to programs designed with harmful intentions for your computer system. This includes a wide range of harmful software, like viruses, worms, rootkits, backdoors, and ransomware. These programs can spread via emails, infected files, or even specific security gaps in your network. Malware is a serious threat because it can steal personal, financial, or business information, and can severely harm system performance. To fight malware, we use antivirus software that scans for suspicious code or behavior. However, it's not foolproof. To boost your protection against malware, it's crucial to regularly update your software, educate yourself about online safety, and backup your data regularly. Malware, while harmful, can be managed with the right strategies and tools.

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Social spam (Wikipedia)

Social spam is unwanted spam content appearing on social networking services, social bookmarking sites, and any website with user-generated content (comments, chat, etc.). It can be manifested in many ways, including bulk messages, profanity, insults, hate speech, malicious links, fraudulent reviews, fake friends, and personally identifiable information.

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