Understanding Cybercrime and Protecting Yourself Online
Cybercrime, also known as computer crime, involves illegal activities using computers or networks to steal sensitive information like financial data or commit internet fraud. This article explains different types of cybercrimes such as theft of financial data and identity fraud, and provides tips on prevention. It also highlights the consequences of cybercrimes, ranging from prison sentences to hefty fines.
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Cybercrime By: Sara Akkawi, Tamara elias and Tia samara
What is cybercrime? A cybercrime is also known as a computer crime, Cybercrime refers to any illegal behavior that uses a computer, networked device, or a network, As technology advances sensitive information such as credit card information, criminals progressively attempt to steal that information, which is why cybercrime is becoming more of a threat to people.
Types of cybercrime Theft of financial or card payment data Theft of financial or card payment data Theft and sale of corporate data Theft and sale of corporate data internet fraud internet fraud Identity fraud Identity fraud Theft of financial or card payment data Theft and sale of corporate data Theft of financial or card payment data Theft and sale of corporate data
To ensure your safety, it is preferred to.. Have strong passwords, Use a variety of characters in passwords (numbers, lower/uppercase letters, signs), Always make sure your software is updated, Never expose any private information, Always make sure to backup any images and important files. How to prevent cybercrimes
Consequences of cybercrime There are different prison sentences depending on the seriousness of your cybercrime, If First-degree crime: 10-20 years in prison and up to $200,000 in fines If getting caught doing cybercrimes, then.. If Fourth-degree crime: Up to 18 months in prison and up to $10,000 in fines If Third-degree crime: 3-5 years in prison and up to $15,000 in fines If Second-degree crime: 5-10 years in prison and up to $150,000 in fines
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