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Browser Plug-in
A software component that interacts with a Web browser to provide capabilities or perform functions not otherwise included in the browser. Typical examples are to display specific graphic formats, to play multimedia files or to add toolbars which include search or anti-phishing services. Plug-ins can also perform potentially unwanted behaviours such as redirecting search results or installing other unwanted software like harmful adware. Types include:
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