The world is experiencing rapid technological progress, facilitated by advanced digital innovations that enable global connectivity.
Cyber law pertains to legal matters concerning the use of interconnected information technology.
Cyber-crime involves criminal activities carried out in cyberspace with malicious intent. Any offense or criminal act where a computer is utilized falls under cyber-crime.
Cyber-crimes can be categorized into three major categories:
1. Cyber Bullying and Online Gaming
2. Hacking as a Cyber-crime
Attack on World Trade Centre: The September 11, 2001 attack demonstrated the use of cyberspace for terrorism, where terrorists gained access to government resources to execute attacks.
3. Cybersecurity
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In India, cyber laws are governed by the Information Technology Act of 2000, which became effective on October 17, 2000. This Act aims to legally recognize transactions conducted through electronic data interchange and other electronic communication methods, commonly known as electronic commerce, and to simplify the submission of electronic records to the Government.
In 1996, the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) adopted the Model Law on Electronic Commerce to establish consistency in laws across different countries.
The Information Technology Act, 2000 covers the entirety of India.
It is applicable to offenses committed outside India if they involve a computer, computer system, or network in India.
Cybercrime, as recognized by Indian courts, refers to offenses targeting individuals or groups with the aim of harming reputation or causing harm, directly or indirectly, using modern communication networks.
It includes acts over the Internet (like chat rooms, emails) and mobile phones (Bluetooth, SMS, MMS).
The Act supports e-commerce, electronic records such as online contracts, and other electronic activities.
It addresses electronic governance and cybercrimes.
Digital Signature, as per the IT Act, is the authentication of an electronic record by a subscriber using electronic means.
Interesting Fact: The Information Technology Act, 2000 defines Digital Signature as the authentication of any electronic record by a subscriber using electronic methods or procedures.
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