Internet Crimes
By Harpalav Kaur
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Introduction
Did you know that in the year 2020, there were approximately 2.3
million internet crimes victims globally and losses of more than
$4.2 billion was recorded (Internet Crime Complaint Center, 2020)?
The term "Cybercrimes" or "Internet Crime" refers to unlawful
activities that occur with the aid of computers, networks, and
internet. They can vary from phishing, hacking, identity theft,
cyber fraud, cyberstalking, cyber bullying, to cyberterrorism, and
cyber war. Internet crimes are a persistent and challenging problem,
as they affect the individuals, businesses, and governments in
different ways (Furnell, 2003). They lead to economic loss,
emotional distress, damage of reputation, privacy breach, security
threats and even to physical injury. This report will focus on the
issue of how internet crime causes tremendous harm to individuals,
businesses, and governments, and the need for the implementation of
effective prevention, detection, and response measures.
About Me
Harpalav Kaur
Office Administrator
Graduated from Sheridan College