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l    Browser Security Settings:  Adjust  browser  privacy  settings  to  block  third-party  cookies  and
                      trackers. Disable the auto-saving of passwords and sensitive information in browsers. Install privacy-
                      enhancing browser extensions to add an extra layer of security.

                 l    Browse Privately: Use incognito mode or private browsing to prevent your browsing history and
                      personal data from being stored. Avoid accessing confidential data over public Wi-Fi unless using a
                      VPN. Regularly clear your browser’s history and cache to maintain privacy.

                      Physical Security Measures: Restrict physical access to areas where sensitive data is stored, such as
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                      server rooms or filing cabinets.
                 Implement clear desk and screen policies to avoid exposing confidential information in shared spaces.


                   CYBERCRIME
                 Cybercrime refers to misuse of data and resources on Internet i.e., cyber bullying, cyber stalking, identity

                 theft, bank details theft, unauthorised access of computer or network (hacking), etc. Cybercriminals use
                 Information technology to access personal information, business trade secrets or use the Internet for
                 exploitative or malicious purposes.


                                                       While most of the cybercrimes are committed to generate profit

                                                       for oneself, some cybercrimes are done out of hatred or to harass
                                                       others for fun or for no reason.
                                                       Cybercrime includes many types of criminal activities, which can
                                                       be broadly divided as:

                                                       l     Crimes that target computer networks or devices viz., viruses
                                                           and malware attacks.

                                                       l     Crimes  that  use  computer  networks  to  facilitate  other
                                                           criminal  activities  viz.,  cyber  bullying,  cyber  stalking,  fund
                                                           transfers, identity theft, etc.

                 With the rise of digital platforms, certain cybercrimes, such as cyber bullying and cyber stalking, have
                 become significant concerns impacting individuals’ safety and well-being.

                 Cyber bullying
                 Cyber bullying is the act of harassing, threatening, or humiliating someone through digital platforms like
                 social media, messaging apps, or online forums. It can include spreading false rumors, sending hurtful
                 messages, sharing private information without consent, or posting offensive content to harm someone’s
                 reputation.

                 Protection Against Cyber bullying

                 To minimise the effects of cyberbullying, it is essential to take proactive steps in protecting oneself online:

                 l    Use Privacy Settings: Adjust privacy settings on social media to control who can view or interact
                      with your posts.
                 l    Block and Report: Immediately block the bully and report the abusive content to the platform.



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