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Bad Things Cybercriminals Do Online

Some of the bad things cybercriminals do on the Internet are as follows:

Steal personal data: Cybercriminals may try to
take your name, address, password or school
details. They use tricks to get this information.

Send fake messages: They sometimes send emails
or messages that look real. These messages may
ask you to click on a link or share your details.

Hack accounts: Cybercriminals try to break into online
accounts like games or email to steal information or

change settings.

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1. Your passwords are like the to your online world.

2. Always create strong with letters, numbers and symbols.
3. is part of your personal data because it identifies who you are.

Ways They Fool People

Cybercriminals use different tricks to fool people online. The common ways they try
to trick others including:

Fake gifts or prizes: Cybercriminals may trick you by saying you have won a

prize, but it is a lie to steal your information.

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