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Chapter 6 Device Security Settings Table 72 Device Operation > Device Configuration > Security > Content Filter > Policy > External Database LABEL DESCRIPTION Spyware/Malware Sources Selecting this category excludes pages which distribute spyware and other malware. Spyware is defined as software which takes control of your computer, modifies computer settings, collects or reports personal information, or misrepresents itself by tricking users to install, download, or enter personal information. This includes drive-by downloads; browser hijackers; dialers; intrusive advertising; any program which modifies your homepage, bookmarks, or security settings; and keyloggers. It also includes any software which bundles spyware (as defined above) as part of its offering. Information collected or reported is "personal" if it contains uniquely identifying data, such as email addresses, name, social security number, IP address, etc. A site is not classified as spyware if the user is reasonably notified that the software will perform these actions (that is, it alerts that it will send personal information, be installed, or that it will log keystrokes). Note: Sites rated as spyware should have a second category assigned with them. Spyware Effects/ Privacy Concerns Selecting this category excludes pages to which spyware (as defined in the Spyware/Malware Sources category) reports its findings or from which it alone downloads advertisements. Also includes sites that contain serious privacy issues, such as "phone home" sites to which software can connect and send user info; sites that make extensive use of tracking cookies without a posted privacy statement; and sites to which browser hijackers redirect users. Usually does not include sites that can be marked as Spyware/Malware. Note: Sites rated as spyware effects typically have a second category assigned with them. Job Search/Careers Selecting this category excludes pages that provide assistance in finding employment, and tools for locating prospective employers. News/Media Selecting this category excludes pages that primarily report information or comments on current events or contemporary issues of the day. It also includes radio stations and magazines. It does not include pages that can be rated in other categories. Personals/Dating Selecting this category excludes pages that promote interpersonal relationships. Reference Selecting this category excludes pages containing personal, professional, or educational reference, including online dictionaries, maps, census, almanacs, library catalogues, genealogy-related pages and scientific information. Open Image/Media Search Selecting this category excludes pages with image or video search capabilities which return graphical results (i.e. thumbnail pictures) that include potentially pornographic content along with non-pornographic content (as defined in the Pornography category). Sites that explicitly exclude offensive content are not included in this category. Chat/Instant Messaging Selecting this category excludes pages that provide chat or instant messaging capabilities or client downloads. Vantage CNM User's Guide 201