Which of the following programs are not destructive, but leach bandwidth in networks and can turn a speedy machine into a slow one?
  1. Malware
  2. Adware
  3. Spyware
  4. Grayware
Explanation
Answer-D- Grayware. Grayware refers to applications or files that are not classified as viruses or Trojan horse programs, but can still negatively affect the performance of the computers on your network and introduce significant security risks to your organization.

Key Takeaway: Grayware often performs a variety of undesired actions such as irritating users with pop-up windows, tracking user habits, and unnecessarily exposing computer vulnerabilities to attack. Although not considered as a serious threat, it should not be allowed to remain on the system.
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