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What Everyone Should Know About Cyber Crime
The internet and computer technology is something that the majority of us use in our daily lives.
Over the years, internet and computer use became more and more popular, with every user
blissfully unaware that they would eventually be a source of crime. Every day cyber criminals
are finding new ways to commit crimes, and manage to get away with it. Every person,
organisation, and business should safeguard themselves against these crimes, so read on for
information everyone should know about cyber crime:
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What Is Cyber Crime Exactly?
Cyber crime is defined by all of the following:
● Computer misuse, with the use of hacking, spam emails, viruses, Trojans, and so on.
● Financial fraud, either by scamming people/businesses, online theft, or phishing.
● Identity theft and identity fraud.
● Hate crimes, cyber bullying, and trolling.
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