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It sounds like there may be some confusion in your question. Trojans and spyware are two types of malicious software, but they work differently and serve specific purposes. Here’s a breakdown of each and their relationship:

Trojans: A Trojan horse, or simply a Trojan, is a type of malware that masquerades as a legitimate software file to trick users into installing it and, once installed, can perform a variety of malicious actions. Trojans often serve as a backdoor into an infected system, allowing an attacker to access or monitor it without permission. They generally do not behave like bugs or worms.

Spyware: Spyware is a type of malware designed to harvest information from a user’s device without their knowledge. This information may include personal information, browsing, or login credentials. Spyware often monitors user activity and can transmit this data to outsiders.

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