What is Cyber Crime

The video discusses a federal law that prohibits unauthorized access to computers. It covers various forms of unauthorized access, such as hacking, cyber-terrorism, and data destruction. The severity of these crimes can range from serious offenses like cyber-terrorism to minor ones like accessing an open email account. The statute is broad and can be interpreted in many ways, encompassing actions not always seen as criminal by the public.

What is the primary focus of the federal law discussed in the video?

• Regulating internet service providers

• Controlling social media content

• Prohibiting unauthorized access to computers

• Monitoring online shopping activities

Which of the following is considered a severe crime under the discussed law?

• Sending a prank email from someone else's account

• Browsing public websites

• Hacking into a government database

• Using a friend's computer with permission

What is an example of a minor infraction under this law?

• Stealing hardware

• Deploying a virus

• Accessing an open email account without permission

• Cyber-terrorism

How does the law view actions that are not typically seen as criminal by the public?

• They are only punished with fines

• They are automatically pardoned

• They can still be considered crimes

• They are always ignored

What does the broad nature of the statute imply?

• It excludes online activities

• It only applies to professional hackers

• It can cover a wide range of activities

• It is limited to physical computer access