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What is a Botnet?

A botnet is a network of malware-infected computers, devices, or systems under the control of an attacker. These devices are used to carry out cyberattacks at a large scale. These attack methods are much more efficient than individual threat actors and can easily disrupt Internet services, target organizations, and steal

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A Career in Cybersecurity Can Be a Viable and Rewarding Field

Cybersecurity is a broad field that encompasses all the tools and techniques used to protect computer systems, networks and data from attacks and breaches. It includes measures like antivirus software, firewalls and penetration-testing services that spot vulnerabilities and stop malicious software, or malware, in its tracks. It also covers systems

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Cybercrime and Law Enforcement

Cybercrime involves using computers to commit crimes such as fraud, trafficking in child pornography and intellectual property, stealing identities, disrupting critical infrastructure, or violating privacy. These crimes can wreak financial and reputational havoc on individuals, businesses, and society at large. Victims of cyber attacks may experience loss of personal information

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