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The movement toward miniaturized and mobile computing has created more opportunity for cyber thieves. To respond effectively, IT security professionals need a resource that combines the understanding of investigative techniques with the technical knowledge of cyberspace. Cyber Crime Investigator’s Field Guide, Second Edition provides an investigative framework, demonstrates the knowledge of how cyberspace really works, and explains the tools needed to pursue cyber c… More >>
CBC News Today host Nancy Wilson speaks with Jesse Hirsh about the emergence of Cyber Crime Toolkits and the related genre of online crime and computer security.
Today, Internet has become an integral part of our lives. It is a daily routine for us to access the Internet for banking, shopping, social and business networks, labor demand, search, download music and other important information retrieval different, are based on the Internet.
With its worldwide popularity, the risk of Internet crime has increased significantly. Precaution is always better than cure so it is in our power to protect our personal information when we make all online transactions. With each bit of information that are transmitted over the Internet or shop online, the risk of becoming victims of Internet crime also increases. Identity theft is at its all time high! Some of the different trends that are gullible increase over the internet including hacking, harassment, fraud, phishing, theft, harassment and spread of malware! This not only causes economic loss, but more often leads to psychological stress.
Some of the methods that can help maintain security in the Internet world and help them escape from the prison of cyber crimes are listed below. Remember that your security is in your hands!
Awareness: Before starting the campaign to protect against computer crime, keep in mind that you know about the risks they will face! With the right skills to fight the right mind! Conscience is the most important weapon that will come to their rescue in the most difficult!
Watch: Today most people who surf the Internet are members of social networking sites. Being social is nice, but confident in all your personal data can drown in deep water! Most cyber criminals to maintain a good relationship in the beginning and at later stages, which exploit the information for your own good. Do not let explode your business! Aware of the information you share with other people online.
Do not pass the password: If a link in your e-mail asking for personal information or passwords, quickly mark it as spam and report it! Most of these emails are used for phishing for personal information. They will seduce you with schemes such as “Congratulations, you have been chosen the winner of a trip to Switzerland, all excited can give you information, but eventually you will realize the great loss that has been done for you! Remember, if you has to do with a good organization, never ask for your password. Another way to keep personal information secure is to change the password at some regular intervals. Although it is easy to remember!
We all like to use the Internet. It’s been a valuable source of information, since almost a decade! Do not allow anyone to make a bad experience for you to become a prey to their evil motives. So to prevent yourself becoming a victim of cybercrime to consider these basic tips, be alert and aware of the information shared through the intranet connection.
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