The document discusses cybercrime and how to protect against it. It defines cybercrime as any criminal activity conducted using computers and networks. Cybercrimes are divided into three categories: those committed against persons, property, and government. Common cybercrimes include hacking, credit card fraud, virus dissemination, cyberterrorism, and software piracy. The document advises being aware of cybercrimes and how to practice safe internet usage, such as using antivirus software and firewalls, in order to avoid becoming a victim.

2.  In thisTech-savvy world of 21st Century every
one is engaged with internet, through
whatsapp, twitter, facebook, netbanking &
lots of other platforms are there.
 Some criminal minded persons commit
crimes here, which is included under
cybercrime. So we should be aware about
crimes happening around in the cyber-space.

3.  To provide a general awareness of Cyber-
crime .
 To Recognize Cyber-crime methods
 To know the importance of Cyber-laws
 To learn how to keep away from being a
victim

4.  When Internet was developed, the founding
fathers of Internet hardly had any inclination
that Internet could also be misused for criminal
activities.Today, there are many disturbing
things happening in cyberspace.
 “Cybercrime refers to all the activities done with
criminal intent in cyberspace”.
 “ Cyber crime refers to any crime that involves a
computer/mobile and a network.The computer
may have been used in the commission of a
crime, or it may be the target.”

5.  Cyber Crime may be basically divided into 3
categories
1. Against Persons
2. Against Property
3. Against Government

6.  Hacking
 Credit Card Fraud
 Virus Dissemination
 CyberTerrorism
 ComputerVandalism
 Software Piracy
 Spoofing

7.  Hacking is a source of threat to security in
computer. It is defined as unauthorized
access to the computer system by a hacker.

8.  When an individual uses another individuals’
credit card for personal reasons while the
owner of the card and the card issuer are not
aware of the fact that the card is being used.
 This problem occur while using online
banking , shopping.

9.  Malicious software that attaches itself to
other software.

10.  Use of Internet based attacks in terrorist
activities.
 There are laws to prevent cyber crimes.

11.  Internet security is a branch of computer
security specifically related to the Internet.
 It's objective is to establish rules and measure
to use against attacks over the Internet.

12.  Use antivirus Software
 Insert Firewalls
 Uninstall unnecessary software
 Maintain backup
 Check security settings

13.  The key to protecting ourself is being aware.
 Not all cybercriminals are “hackers.”
 There is a whole other world that exists in
cyberspace… make sure that our information
travels safely.