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The Internet enables remote work, online collaboration, and sharing of documents, making it
easier for teams to work from different locations.
Online courses, tutorials, and e-learning platforms allow people to learn new skills, complete
degrees, and access educational content from anywhere.
Disadvantages of the Internet
Some disadvantages of Internet are as follows:
The Internet is a platform for various cybercrimes, including hacking, identity theft, and data
breaches. Malicious software like viruses and ransomware can harm devices and steal personal
information.
Personal data shared online can be exploited by companies, governments, or criminals. This
leads to concerns about data privacy and surveillance.
Excessive use of the Internet, especially social media and online gaming, can lead to addiction,
affecting mental health, productivity, and relationships.
The Internet can spread false information, rumors, and fake news quickly, which can be harmful
to individuals and society.
Over-reliance on online interactions can reduce face-to-face socialization, leading to feelings
of loneliness or isolation.
The Internet can expose users, especially children, to harmful or inappropriate content,
including violence, pornography, or hate speech.
WHAT IS SPAM?
Spam refers to unwanted or unsolicited messages,
typically sent in bulk. Most commonly, spam is used to
refer to unwanted emails, but it can also refer to spam
messages on social media or other online platforms.
These messages often promote products, services, or
contain irrelevant content. Spam is not only annoying but
can also lead to security issues if users click on harmful
links or attachments.
WHAT IS MALWARE?
Malware is a type of software designed to harm or exploit devices, networks, or systems. Malware
can take many forms, such as viruses, worms, and trojans, all of which perform malicious actions.
These actions might include stealing personal information, corrupting data, or causing system
failures.
Trojan
A Trojan horse, or Trojan, is a type of malware that pretends to be a legitimate program or file.
Once opened, it can cause harm by stealing data, damaging files, or giving hackers access to
your device. Unlike viruses, Trojans do not replicate themselves but can be just as harmful.
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