Spam refers to unwanted and often intrusive electronic messages sent via email. These messages are typically commercial in nature and are sent in large quantities to a wide range of recipients, often without their consent. Spam can take various forms, including:
Unsolicited Advertising: Messages promoting products or services, often without the recipient's request.
Phishing: Fraudulent messages attempting to obtain personal information, such as passwords or credit card details, by pretending to be trustworthy entities.
Scams: Deceptive messages designed to mislead individuals for financial gain, such as fake lotteries or false investment opportunities.
Malware Distribution: Messages containing malicious software or links to harmful websites, aiming to infect computer systems.
Spam is not only disruptive to recipients but can also pose risks, such as privacy breaches and security issues. To reduce the impact of spam, spam filters are often used to detect and block such unwanted messages before they reach a user's inbox.
