...Hacking: Understanding It All John Williams INF 103: Computer Literacy Thomas Hennefer June 14, 2010 Abstract As technology has grown, so has the dependence of society on its role in everyday life. Like many things, this dependence on technology comes at a risk. Hacking is the risk that members of society must face. Hackers can find any information they wish to acquire, which puts information, such as finances and personal, at great risk. In order to understand how to prevent hacking, one must first understand what is at risk to be hacked and the way in which the act is done. Technology has become a constant part of every day life. People now manage their bank accounts, pay bills, deal with highly confidential information, and even personal information online. All these aspects of technology in daily life are a temptation to others throughout the internet. Those who find themselves tempted perform the task of hacking, which leaves others and their personal information vulnerable. This paper will discuss society’s reliance of technology in all aspects of life; thereby, leaving personal information vulnerable. Also being discussed will be information hackers find tempting, the steps that some take to hack into systems allowing them access to normally unavailable information and the steps that can be used to help prevent hacking from occurring. Method In the task of preventing hackers from gaining access to information that could be harmful to the individual, you must...
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...Research Paper Your name: Chris Woolford Your Capella email address: cwoolford@capellauniversity.edu The course number: BUS3004 Instructor name: Richard Sands Date submitted: 07/15/2012 Title of your paper: How information technology changed investing Introduction Let’s discuss Information technology and how it has changed the way we invest in today’s society. The New Era of technology shapes everything that we do within the financial world. Modern technology has changed the way investing has been done in previous years by providing the market easier access, which appears to be faster and inexpensive. With that being said it has allowed money managers to have access to unlimited information at their fingertips. Information technology also has its down falls when it comes down to investing due to security issues. In today’s society you have people who have the knowledge to gain access to your investments and pilferage from your investments. There are many different ways how someone can gain access to your investments and how to prevent it from happening to you. How information technology changed investing Information technology has been the biggest breakthrough in investments it has opened a whole new world for investors. This world has opened up the stock exchange to become open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week and 365 day a year and investors can have access to it at any place in the world via computer or smart phone Apps. As you are reading this, technology...
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...When Hackers turn to Blackmail How to deal with that attack? Abstract Information technology has become an integral part of any organization in the modern era of globalization. The organizations who have failed to use IT properly for their benefit either have declined or is in a very unproductive stage. Implementation of IT also brings in some dangers which are required to be dealt efficiently with responsibility. This efficiency comes with adequate knowledge of the nuances of the IT industry and the main drawbacks or problems regarding the system. In this case study, Sunnylake’s hospital has been attacked by intruders and Sunnylake’s electronic medical records (EMR), which used to help a lot to Sunnylake to improve its performance in dealing with patients’ information, have got hackers’ attack. The CEO of Sunnylake hospital Paul received the blackmail continuously and is facing a mind-boggling and annoying situation. With respect to this issue in the case, this report will discuss the suggestions to deal with the attack and offer some recommendations to Sunnylake in addition to the three pieces of advice given by the experts in the case. The Case Sunnylake Hospital started as a community center with a vision to help people to cure their disease. Paul Layman, the CEO of the Sunnylake Hospital had joined the organization five years back with a vistion of implementing cutting edge technology to the community center to build it into a hospital which is sought after by...
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...coverage in Bangladesh connecting 553 operators across 207 countries. Robi operates the GSM 900 and 1800 cellular services. Its GSM service is based on robust network architecture and a cutting edge Intelligent Network (IN), which provides peace-of-mind solutions in terms of voice clarity, extensive nationwide network coverage, and multiple global partners for international roaming. Robi, being the most innovative operator in the country, launched the first ever Prepaid mobile service and other innovative services. With its strengths and competencies developed over the years, Robi aims to provide the best, in terms of coverage and connectivity to its customers all over Bangladesh. 1.1 Origin of the study Today practical experience and research work is as much essential in academic education that enables someone to be successful business executive especially in the competitive business environment. In order to gather knowledge and experience regarding the business and economy, the business students have to submit course report...
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...downfall of many companies. This research paper aims to discuss following aspects of cybercrimes: the definition, who they affect and some cybercrime prevention procedures. Broadly speaking, this report will display all necessary information helping people avoid being victims of cybercrimes. Table of contents ABSTRACT 1. Introduction 2. Discussion of findings 2.1. What are cybercrimes? 2.2. What are the effects of cybercrimes? 2.3.1. Potential economic impact 2.3.2. Impact on consumer trust 2.3.3. Impact on national security 2.3. How to prevent cybercrimes? 2. Conclusion REFERENCES 1. Introduction In our modern technology-driven age, keeping our personal information private is becoming more and more difficult. The truth is, highly classified details are becoming more available to public databases because we are more interconnected than ever. This creates a negative stigma that the use of technology is dangerous because practically anyone can access one’s private information for a price. Technology continues to promise to ease our daily lives, however, there are dangers of using technology. One of the main dangers of using technology is cybercrimes. Cybercrimes are any crimes that cause harm to another individuals by using a computer or a network ( ). While privacy and confidential information is lost or interrupted by unlawfully individuals, it gives to high profile crimes such as hacking,...
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...Technology. It has benefitted just about everyone here in one way or another. It runs in the veins of society and is the fuel that drives our lives. On a positive note, it has brought luxury in the life of the common man; but technology has also shown its negative connotations in the form of, among other ways, increased laziness by today’s youth. I will now discuss in detail the blessings and curses that technology have produced, beginning with the blessings. Now we are all aware that we live in a technologically advanced age. Gone are the days when transportation was scarce and very difficult, when children had to walk miles to and from school and communication with family and loved ones was only through letters. With modern technology, we have advanced from faxes to e-mail and bicycles to cars and planes. Technology has also automated many of the critical processes in the industry as well as households. Modern electronic gadgets that have entered the homes of the common man have saved him from the grind of certain daily household chores. The internet has also shown to be a positive by assisting young people in uplifting their self-esteem through online programmes and we all know that it is the quickest means of acquiring, processing and disseminating information, which is admittedly a plus. Also, technology has led to the discovery of new treatments in previously untreatable diseases like diabetes and sickle cell anaemia, where patients would remain in medical...
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...Consequences of Cyber Crime Phenomena for Developing Countries [Writer Name] [Institute Name] Abstract Purpose – The world wave of detail and communication technologies (ICT) expansion has turn out to be a brawny driving force in about each feature of expansion. This paper intends to discover the bang of cyber crime on developing countries mainly in terms of economic losses. Findings – The paper in general terminates that the internet is crushingly strong equipment for expansion. Inconsistently, the internet is a “double-edged sword,” offering several choices for peoples and associations to expand except at the similar time, has carried out with it fresh choices to execute crime. The paper disputes that the internet shows fresh confronts to law enforcement in every expanded and budding nations. Conversely, budding nations endure significantly as of the actions of internet crime than their expanded counterparts as budding nations have insufficient expertise, infrastructure and deficient law enforcement proficiency. Consequences of Cyber Crime Phenomena for Developing Countries Cyber crime means any act of crime through computers and networks; in general this act is called hacking. Moreover, this crime also comprises conventional crimes performed by the Internet. As an example; theft of identity, hate offenses, credit card account thefts, telemarketing and Internet fraud are viewed as cyber crimes when the unlawful activities are conducted by the Internet. Many...
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...Identity Theft Introduction Today, the United States is facing an ever-growing number of identity theft crimes. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), nearly 10 million Americans suffered the consequences of this crime in 2004, and the commission received more than 5,000 telephone calls per week related to identity theft in 2005. According to the FTC(2006) most victims of identity theft are quite unaware of how their personal information was obtained. Identity theft happens when someone steals your personal information and uses it without your permission. It’s a serious crime that can wreak havoc with your finances, credit history, and reputation and can take time, money, and patience to resolve. (Identity Theft/ Consumer Information). The sharing of information on transaction identities is necessary for operation of these payment systems. However, this information sharing can facilitate fraud in the form of identity theft. Information sharing can also create conflicts of interest that may not be easily resolved through the operation of the marketplace. Thoughtful public policy should be aimed at resolving these conflicts. The ultimate goal of regulation should not be absolute privacy of consumers or complete suppression of identity theft, but instead the promotion of efficient confidentiality of personal information . Too much white space. What is Identity Theft? Identity theft is a crime when someone without permission uses of another person’s...
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...Russian Patriotic Hacking During Operation Allied Force Introduction. With the increasing number of cyberattacks, many security professionals are greatly troubled by the real threat to the information technology infrastructure in the United States. While safeguarding information has been a major issue for the private and public sectors since the beginning of the computer era, the increased level of concern over the most recent attacks has resulted in devoting more resources to combat this threat. This paper analyzes numerous cyberattacks by Russian computer enthusiast group Chaos Hackers Crew and other hacktivists during Operation Allied Force in 1999, that included taking down and defacing various NATO and US Government websites, several successful virus propagation attempts on military servers and countless spamming storms. This particular case raises curious questions about the legal definition of term cyberconflict itself, magnitude of the damage from a potential cyberattack on U.S. Government by terrorists and the level of preparedness of key military and intelligence units for the cyberwar. The cyberterrorism threat is real, however it’s essential to recognize that preserving the state of continuous distress over computer vulnerabilities can be profitable. Based on this research, cultural differences play a huge role in the world of computer hackers who decide what entity to attack and how, also the scale of a cyberattack doesn’t matter as economic damage can be devastating...
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...itself. My fascination with robots has become a part of my identity in my inner circles and has resulted in my aspirations to become a roboticist one day. It defines me better than the title above. Why Robotics? Early in my childhood, I developed such a crush on Science that I would gather newspaper clippings on the latest scientific news. Scientists and inventors had become a band of heroic explorers of the unknown and my attempt to join their ranks churned out designs of robot-run vertical farms and one-wheeled automobiles. It also earned me a reputation as “the one who wants to be a scientist” among my teachers, who...
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...Kathryn, Thank you for posting your assignment. You performed good research for this assignment. Research will be key to success for your graduate work. You showed how our society is depending on computers. I like the historical overview of the use of computers. I also like the explanation of the criminal abuse of computers as a new platform for different crimes. You talked about the different methods such as hacking and phishing to obtain data from the victims and that the victims can be anybody using a computer. I would have gone further to state that you do not have to be on the computer to become a victim. My husband’s bank card had been hacked into at a gas station a month ago…..the cyber criminal is all around us. You talked about law enforcement investigating cyber crime cases. I did not see the answer to the question how the victim can be protected? Your writing is clear and you obtained the information from reliable resources. I noticed several APA format problems and especially the resources in the reference page are not following APA rules. Please visit the NCU Academic Support Center and read about APA applications in the reference page and formatting. Cheers, Dr. Suboch Grade B Writing 85% 9/3/14 Internet Crime, Our Modern Day World Kathryn Jones North Central University Abstract This paper analyzes the various online crimes that seem to have merged its way into the lives of everyday people. With the internet being such a helpful tool, it has...
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...Global Asset, Inc. (GAI) Risk Assessment Paper By _____________ May 3, 2015 CMIT 425 Professor Effective Network System In this paper I will show the management team of GLOBAL ASSET, INC. the importance/benefits of having an internally operational Information System, over the benefits they believe they will reap when they outsource such services. I will also convince and help them design a better and more secure Information System. Among the odds of outsourcing IT services there are benefits too, but the cons outdo the pros: benefits include; * Reduced operational and recruitment cost: as the cost of having an internal IT firm outdo the cost of outsourcing the same services by over 30% * Risk sharing: This helps to share some of the responsibilities with the company you are outsourcing to. * Swiftness and Expertise: Mostly the firms that take the outsourced contracts have been in the industry for a long time and have built a strong and positive company profile through the quality of service they provide. * Concentrating on main process rather than the supporting ones: Outsourcing the minor/supporting processes enables the organization to have more time to perfect or strengthen their main business operations However the disadvantages outweigh the benefits and include: * Risk of Exposing confidential data: When such an organizations outsources IT services it risks exposing its customers and companies information to third parties, as in the case...
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...Crime- Online Predators 1 Cyber Crime A Study of Online Predators Amber Ellis Ivy Tech Community College CRIM 101 David De La Cruz December 4, 2012 Running Head: Cyber Crime- Online Predators 2 I have chosen to my term paper on Cyber Crime. I chose this topic because I myself have been a victim of this malicious crime in the past. With knowledge I can warn others. Cybercrime can only be described as illegal activity committed on the Internet. I thought it would be good for me to make myself aware of all the research behind this topic so that I will not be a victim again. Cybercrime is a very serious offense and a lot of people do not even realize they have been a victim of it. Cybercrime is no laughing matter. Criminal activities in cyberspace are on the rise. (National Research Council, (NRC), 1991) Computers today are being misused for illegal activities like e-mail espionage, credit card fraud, spams, and software piracy and so on, which invade our privacy and offend our senses. The internet, along with its advantages, has also exposed us to security risks that come with connecting to a large network. Cybercrimes can basically be divided into three categories: Cybercrimes against persons, cybercrimes against property and cybercrimes...
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...WIRELESS COMMUNICATION Contents Page No 1. Dedication…………………………………………………………..01 2. Background…………………………………………………………02 3. Acknowledgement………………………………………………….03 4. Abstract.....................................................................................…….04 5. Introduction………………………………………………….….. 05 6. Introduction to Technology……………………………….……. 06 7. Introduction to Wireless Communication……………….……….06 8. Definition of Wireless………………………………………..……..07 9. Wireless Communication Model……………………………..……07 10. Wireless Communication Technologies……………………..……08 11. Wireless Usage……………………………………………..……….10 12. Wireless Security…………………………………………..……….10 13. Security about……………………………………………….……...11 14. Role of Security…………………………………………………….11 15. Wireless Devices…………………………………………….……...13 16. Wireless Prices……………………………………………….……..14 17. Wireless Devices Availability………………….…………………..14 18. Wireless Devices Manufacturers………………………….………14 19. Wireless Service Companies………………………………………15 20. Conclusion…………………………………………………………..15 21. Reference……………………………………………………………16 Dedication We dedicate this project to our loving parents whose prayers are always with us. Furthermore, We confer this project to all the teachers in our whole educational...
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...Case Studies of Cybercrime and Its Impact on Marketing Activity and Shareholder Value Katherine T. Smith Department of Marketing Texas A&M University 4112 TAMU College Station, TX 77843-4112 Tel: 979-845-1062 Fax: 979-862-2811 Email: Ksmith@mays.tamu.edu L. Murphy Smith, CPA* Mays Business School Texas A&M University 4353 TAMU College Station, TX 77843-4353 Phone: 979-845-3108 Fax: 979-845-0028 Email: Lmsmith@tamu.edu Jacob L. Smith Grace Bible Church College Station, TX 77845 JacobSmith@grace-bible.org *Corresponding author Forthcoming in Academy of Marketing Studies Journal Electronic copy available at: http://ssrn.com/abstract=1724815 CASE STUDIES OF CYBERCRIME AND ITS IMPACT ON MARKETING ACTIVITY AND SHAREHOLDER VALUE Katherine T. Smith, Texas A&M University L. Murphy Smith, Texas A&M University Jacob L. Smith, Grace Bible Church ABSTRACT Cybercrime, also called e-crime, costs publicly traded companies billions of dollars annually in stolen assets and lost business. Cybercrime can totally disrupt a company’s marketing activities. Further, when a company falls prey to cyber criminals, this may cause customers to worry about the security of their business transactions with the company. As a result, a company can lose future business if it is perceived to be vulnerable to cybercrime. Such vulnerability can lead to a decrease in the market value of the company, due to legitimate concerns of financial analysts, investors, and creditors. This study examines...
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