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Cybercrime Practice Sheet
Introduction
Cybercrime is any criminal activity that involves the use of computers, networks, or the internet. It can include activities such as hacking, identity theft, online fraud, and more. Cybercrime is an ever-evolving threat and it is important to stay informed and educated about the risks it poses.
What is Cybercrime?
Cybercrime is an umbrella term for any criminal activity that involves the use of computers, networks, or the internet. It can include activities such as hacking, identity theft, online fraud, and more. Cybercrime is an ever-evolving threat and it is important to stay informed and educated about the risks it poses.
Types of Cybercrime
There are many different types of cybercrime. Some of the most common include:
- Hacking: Unauthorized access to a computer system or network.
- Identity theft: Stealing someone’s identity for financial gain.
- Online fraud: Falsely representing oneself online for financial gain.
- Phishing: Attempting to acquire sensitive information by posing as a trustworthy entity.
- Cyberbullying: Using the internet to bully or harass someone.
- Cyberstalking: Using the internet to stalk or harass someone.
How to Protect Yourself from Cybercrime
There are several steps you can take to protect yourself from cybercrime. These include:
- Use strong passwords and change them regularly.
- Use two-factor authentication whenever possible.
- Be aware of phishing scams and other suspicious emails.
- Install anti-virus software and keep it up-to-date.
- Be cautious when sharing personal information online.
- Avoid clicking on suspicious links or downloading unknown files.
Practice Questions
- What is cybercrime?
- Name three types of cybercrime.
- What are some steps you can take to protect yourself from cybercrime?
- What is two-factor authentication?
- What is phishing?
- What is the difference between cyberbullying and cyberstalking?
- What is the purpose of anti-virus software?
- What is a strong password?