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Date of this Version
10-17-2016
Document Type
Article
Citation
Educause Review, October 17, 2016.
https://er.educause.edu/blogs/2016/10/recognizing-and-combating-cybercrime
Abstract
Can You Spot the Scam?
Scams make great stories. Tales of Internet crime or other fraud make up some of Hollywood's most exciting thrillers. While cybercrime blockbusters are fun to watch on the big screen, cybercrime is a serious problem on campuses globally.
How many people do you know who are the victim of a scam (Internet or phone)? According to the FBI, cybercrime is a growing threat that affects individuals and businesses around the world. A recent Washington Post article reported that cybercrime cost the global economy $445 billion in 2014.
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© 2016 Marcia L. Dority Baker. This EDUCAUSE Review blog is licensed under Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 4.0.