Hackers

Dr. Diaz-Gomez, IT 4414

What You Need to Know About Cybercrimes

Elene Paryag & Ashre Griffin
IT Capstone - Research Paper

What You Need to Know About Cybercrimes

Elene Paryag & Ashre Griffin
IT Capstone - Research Paper

Table of Contents

Abstract ……………………………………………………………………………………. 3
Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………4 - 5
Defining the Problem …………………………………………………………………..... 6 - 7
Laws of cybercrimes ……………………………………………………………………… 7
In the U. S……………………………………………………………………….. 7 - 9
Internationally ……………………………………………………………………9
Causes of Cybercrimes & methods of committing ………………………………………. 10 - 11
Theft crimes and Terrorism ………………………………………………… 12 - 13
Companies and stats……………………………………………. ………………. 13 - 14
Preventions and Procedures……………………………………………………………….. 20- 21
Conclusion ………………………………………………………………………………… 22 - 23
References ………………………………………………………………………………….. 24 - 26

Abstract
Cybercrimes are responsible for the interruption of normal computer functions and has been known to cause the downfall of many companies and personal entities. This research paper aims to discuss following aspects of Cybercrimes: the definition, why they occur, laws governing them, methods of committing cybercrimes, who they affect, and cybercrime prevention procedures. More specifically, this paper will delve into one main example of cybercrime “hacking”. The report will show the usage and progression of technology has amplified different types of crimes such as theft crimes and terrorism. Also, this report will display statistical data which will give an idea of how far cybercrimes has increase over the period of ten years or more.

Introduction In our modern technology-driven age, keeping our personal information private is becoming more difficult. The truth is, highly classified details are becoming more available to public databases, because we are more interconnected than ever. Our data is available for almost anyone to sift through due to

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