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PUP(Potentially Unwanted Program) An application that is installed along with the application the user actually asked for. In most cases, the PUP is spyware, adware or some other unwanted software. However, what makes spyware or adware a PUP is the fact that it does inform the user in the license agreement before installation. Considering hardly anyone ever reads the license agreement, the distinction is a subtle one. See spyware, adware and malware. pup 1. a. a young dog, esp when under one year of age; puppy b. the young of various other animals, such as the seal 2. in pup (of a bitch) pregnant How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Researchers believe Southern California is a pupping ground for the sharks, which are protected in the state. To combat that, the sanctuary three years ago started posting volunteers at sandbars during the pupping season. And though Southern California is not plagued by great whites, as Northern California waters are, the predators are present during the seal and sea lion pupping seasons from September through December. |
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