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What is one key measure to combat phishing attacks?
What is one key measure to combat phishing attacks?
Recognizing a phishing email is a key measure to combat phishing attacks.
How does spear phishing differ from general phishing?
How does spear phishing differ from general phishing?
Spear phishing targets individuals by using personal information to appear more genuine.
What is nichification in the context of online advertising?
What is nichification in the context of online advertising?
Nichification allows consumers to find specific products while enabling targeted advertising.
What is a fundamental challenge in cyberwarfare?
What is a fundamental challenge in cyberwarfare?
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Name a key component of a robust cyberdefense strategy.
Name a key component of a robust cyberdefense strategy.
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Why is data encryption important in cyberdefense?
Why is data encryption important in cyberdefense?
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What is the role of user training in cyberdefense?
What is the role of user training in cyberdefense?
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How do search engines benefit from nichification?
How do search engines benefit from nichification?
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What role does the Internet play in the global economy?
What role does the Internet play in the global economy?
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Distinguish between misinformation and disinformation.
Distinguish between misinformation and disinformation.
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How can the World Wide Web be a tool for oppression?
How can the World Wide Web be a tool for oppression?
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What is phishing and how does it typically occur?
What is phishing and how does it typically occur?
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Why are undersea internet cables considered vulnerable?
Why are undersea internet cables considered vulnerable?
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What distinguishes spear phishing from general phishing?
What distinguishes spear phishing from general phishing?
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In what way can cyberspace be considered a battleground?
In what way can cyberspace be considered a battleground?
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How do cybercriminals typically exploit the weakness of the Internet?
How do cybercriminals typically exploit the weakness of the Internet?
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What is global connectivity?
What is global connectivity?
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How did the electric telegraph change communication in the late 1800s?
How did the electric telegraph change communication in the late 1800s?
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What role do internet cables play in global connectivity?
What role do internet cables play in global connectivity?
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Define cybercrime.
Define cybercrime.
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What was a significant benefit of the World Wide Web?
What was a significant benefit of the World Wide Web?
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In what way is telecommunications related to globalization?
In what way is telecommunications related to globalization?
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What was the ping time average mentioned in the context of high-speed internet?
What was the ping time average mentioned in the context of high-speed internet?
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What makes it challenging for businesses to operate without global connectivity?
What makes it challenging for businesses to operate without global connectivity?
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Study Notes
Global Citizenship 9 L1 - T3 L1: Globalization and Interdependence
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Global Connectivity: The ability of computers and other electronic devices to connect with the internet or other computers globally.
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Internet (Data) Cables: Wires facilitating computer access to the internet.
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Network: A group of interconnected computers enabling data sharing.
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Telecommunications: The transmission of messages via various methods (telephone, computer, radio, television).
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World Wide Web: A system making information globally accessible.
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Internet: A vast electronic network connecting computer networks and facilities worldwide.
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Cybercrime: Criminal activities performed using computers or the internet.
Introduction
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In the early 1800s, the fastest cargo ships took nearly 100 days to sail from Hong Kong to London (11,000 nautical miles / 20,000 km).
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The late 1800s introduction of the telegraph allowed for rapid communication.
Internet & World Wide Web
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The world economy relies heavily on the Internet and World Wide Web.
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Essential services like electricity and transportation depend on these technologies.
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Development programs like BBC Janala rely on them for their operations.
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The World Wide Web is vulnerable to various forms of malicious activity.
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The "dark web" allows for criminal use and is often a target for state-sponsored cyber attacks.
Misinformation vs. Disinformation
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Misinformation: Inaccurate information shared unintentionally.
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Disinformation: Deliberately false information spread for a specific purpose (political, commercial, or ideological).
Phishing & Spear Phishing
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Phishing: A technique to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information (logins, passwords, financial details).
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Spear Phishing: A targeted form of phishing, using personal details to improve the success rate.
Impact of the Internet on Education and Knowledge Production
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The internet has significantly affected various sectors, including commerce and industry.
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The impact on educational institutions and knowledge production is considerable and complex.
Nichification
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Nichifification is a process that enables consumers to find specific products or services that meet their needs.
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This creates opportunities for advertisers to target consumers effectively.
Cyberwarfare Challenges and Strategies
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Cyberattacks on networks are ongoing and challenging.
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Attackers must overcome existing defenses while defenders must continuously adapt.
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Cyberdefense strategies focus on filtering network traffic, data encryption, preventing intrusions, physical security of equipment, and user monitoring.
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This quiz covers key concepts related to globalization and interdependence, including global connectivity, telecommunication, and the structure of the internet. Explore the historical development of communication technologies and their impact on global interactions. Test your knowledge on essential terms like cybercrime and the World Wide Web.