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Spam

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Spam refers to unsolicited emails sent in bulk to numerous recipients without their consent. Often advertising or fraudulent, these emails may contain malicious links or attempt to obtain personal information through manipulation techniques. The term is the French equivalent of the English word “spam,” which originated from a brand of meat distributed repeatedly and unsolicited during World War II.

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  • Spam

    Spam refers to the mass, unsolicited sending of messages, primarily commercial or promotional in nature, to individuals via email, instant messaging, or posts on forums and social networks. These messages are sent without the recipients' prior consent, often from addresses collected automatically or purchased cheaply. This intrusive practice can overwhelm inboxes and negatively impact the user experience. In France, spam is illegal, but it remains lucrative due to the low cost of sending and the sheer volume of messages distributed. The term "spam" is also used in search engine optimization (SEO) to describe practices that violate search engine ethics.

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