foistware

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From foist +‎ -ware.

Noun[edit]

foistware (uncountable)

  1. (computing, derogatory) Software that is installed without the user's knowledge or consent, often bundled with another product.
    • 2003, William R. Cheswick, Steven M. Bellovin, Aviel D. Rubin, Firewalls and Internet security: repelling the wily hacker, page 241:
      They can acquire viruses, worms, foistware, and back doors.
    • 2003, data64, “What browsers are vulnerable to drive-by download”, in alt.privacy.spyware (Usenet):
      Is it possible to block foistware using Proxomitron or Privoxy filters ?
    • 2004, Sandi - Microsoft MVP, “won't go to typed-in URL”, in microsoft.public.windows.inetexplorer.ie5.browser (Usenet):
      It is essential to check for spyware/hijackware/foistware.
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