Society and Ethics in IT · Unit 4
Computer Crime and Security
Exam-focused notes for Computer Crime and Security (Society and Ethics in IT, BIT358): what the TU syllabus asks and how it has actually been tested, with 5 solved past questions from this unit.
What this unit covers
- Definition and examples of computer crime
- Organizational priority of computer crime prevention
- Computer crime prevention strategies
- Physical access control mechanisms
- Digital security measures
- Cyberspace definition and security
- Cybersecurity best practices
Computer crime prevention strategies
Explain computer crime with example. Explain different computer crime prevention strategies in detail.[10]
Computer crime refers to criminal activities carried out using computers or the internet, or crimes that target computer systems and networks. It encompasses unauthorized access, data theft, fraud, malware distribution, and other illegal activities facilita...
Full solved answer →Cyberspace definition and security
What is cyberspace? How can we secure cyberspace? [5]
Cyberspace is the virtual environment created by interconnected computer networks and digital systems where information is exchanged, processed, and stored. It encompasses: - The Internet and all connected networks - Digital devices (computers, servers, mob...
Full solved answer →Physical access control mechanisms
Write short notes on: a) Physical access control b) Computer forensics investigation [5]
Definition: Physical access control refers to security measures that restrict and monitor entry to physical locations, facilities, and resources to prevent unauthorized access. Key Components: - Perimeter Security: Fences, gates, walls, and barriers that de...
Full solved answer →Write short notes on a. Physical access control b. Digital divide [5]
Physical access control refers to security measures that restrict and manage who can physically enter or access specific locations, facilities, or resources within an organization. Key components: - Identification & Authentication: Use of ID cards, badges, ...
Full solved answer →Organizational priority of computer crime prevention
Why computer crime is given a top priority in any organization? What are different computer crime prevention strategies? Explain.[10]
Computer crime poses critical threats to modern organizations for several reasons: - Direct losses through theft, fraud, and unauthorized transactions - Indirect costs including system downtime, recovery, and remediation - Potential regulatory fines and leg...
Full solved answer →Make Unit 4 stick
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