Spam, Phishing, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Malware, Advertising, Marketing Automation, FTC (Federal Trade Commission), CAN-SPAM Act, SpamAssassin, Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo Mail, Anti-Spam Alliance, Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)

Spam is unwanted emails or messages sent broadly, often for advertising or scams. Phishing involves deceptive messages attempting to steal personal info. Cybersecurity protects systems from digital threats like malware—malicious software that harms devices. Digital marketing uses online channels to promote products, including email marketing campaigns. Advertising refers to paid efforts to reach target audiences. Marketing automation streamlines marketing tasks using technology. The FTC (Federal Trade Commission) enforces rules like the CAN-SPAM Act, which sets guidelines for commercial emails to prevent spam. Tools like SpamAssassin help filter unwanted messages. Gmail, Outlook, and Yahoo Mail are popular email services. Anti-Spam Alliances and the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) work to combat spam and cybercrimes.