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When did the amendment to the IT Act 2000 come into effect?
Which of the following is NOT considered a cybercrime?
What term is used for sending unsolicited bulk and commercial messages over the internet?
What is the term for the permitted use of disruptive activities or threats in cyberspace?
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What term is used to describe investigating moral conduct concerning the digital media landscape?
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In which year was the Information Technology Act passed?
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What is a computer virus?
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Which legislation is the primary governing law for cybercrimes in India?
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What was the main objective behind the adoption of the UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Commerce in 1996?
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Which of the following is crucial to install and regularly update on your personal computer for cybersecurity?
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Which of the following activities constitutes a cybercrime?
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What is the purpose of the National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC) in India?
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What is the primary purpose of penetration testing in cybersecurity?
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Which government agency is responsible for investigating cybercrimes in India?
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What is the importance of a security policy in an organization?
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What does a security policy document in a company primarily aim to protect?
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In the context of the Information Technology Act, 2000, what does the term 'computer system' refer to?
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What is the purpose of regulation of electronic records as per the context provided?
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Study Notes
Cybercrime and Cybersecurity
- Cybercrime refers to unauthorized access to computer systems, cyberbullying, use of computers for terrorist activities, and online financial frauds.
- Cyberethics is the study of moral conduct concerning the digital media landscape.
Cybersecurity in India
- The primary legislation governing cybercrimes in India is the Information Technology Act 2000.
- The National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC) is responsible for promoting the harmonization and unification of the law relating to international trade.
Cybersecurity Measures
- Installing and keeping up-to-date antivirus and anti-spyware software, a firewall, and operating system updates are essential for personal computer security.
- Cybersecurity policies include the need for an information security policy, information security standard ISO, and introduction to various security policies.
Cybercrime Types
- Examples of cybercrime include hacking, worm attacks, virus attacks, phishing, cyber stalking, and spamming.
- Sending of unsolicited bulk and commercial messages over the internet is known as spamming.
- Permitted use of disruptive activities or the threat thereof in cyber space is called cyber terrorism.
Intellectual Property
- The course covers the concept of copyright and patent and its protection.
- Trademarks, industrial and IC layout design are also part of the scope.
- Intellectual property management and related agreements are important aspects of the course.
Information Technology Act
- The Information Technology Act was passed in the year 2000.
- The Act was amended in 2008, and the amendments came into effect on October 27, 2008.
- Computer virus is a type of programme.
Data Protection
- Sensitive personal data or information under the Information Technology Rules, 2011 includes personal data and information.
- Penetration testing refers to testing the security of computer systems to identify vulnerabilities.
Cybersecurity Agencies
- The Cyber Crime Unit is responsible for investigating cybercrimes in India.
- The importance of security policy includes guiding the implementation of technical controls, setting clear expectations, and meeting regulatory and compliance requirements.
Cybersecurity Terms
- A security policy is a document that states in writing how a company plans to protect the company’s physical and IT assets.
- As per the Information Technology Act, 2000, a computer refers to a computer, computer system, computer network, data, computer database, or software.
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Test your knowledge on investigating moral conduct in the digital media landscape, cybercrimes, cyber laws, and legislation governing cybercrimes in India.
