Advantages and Disadvantages of using the Internet 10 points each with reason??? For 4 marks how many points we have to write
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Answer:
Explanation:
internet has its its own advantages but the advantages are so high.it makes life simpler.
disadvantages
1 A waste of time
2 not safe place for childer
3 privacy exposure
4 money frauds
Explanation:
Online Shopping:
The Advantage:
With the Internet came the convenience of online shopping. Rather than having to drive to a mall and wait in long lines to make a purchase, you can now do all of your shopping with a few clicks of the mouse.
The Problem:
While the Internet brought upon convenience for individuals to make online purchases, this also created yet another way for cybercriminals to steal personal information and to distribute malware.
First, cybercriminals create fake websites that offer goods at unbelievable prices to attract individuals. For example, during the Holiday Season you might search for the best electronic deals through a search engine.
Second, cybercriminals can spread malware on legitimate websites by means of drive-by-downloads. Since popular and legitimate online shopping websites already receive a ton of visitors, this makes it much easier for cybercriminals to infect a wider reach of computers in a shorter amount of time.
Online Banking:
The Advantage:
Nowadays, online banking is practically the norm. You log into your online accounts to pay bills, transfer funds, or just to check your balance. Prior to online banking, you would have to drive to your local bank and wait in line for the next teller to have your transactions completed. With the Internet, you can avoid the line all together simply by remotely logging into your account on your computer and completing your transaction from there any time of day or night.
The Problem:
While the Internet brought upon efficiency and convenience of banking for consumers, this also gave cybercriminals a means to potentially steal your hard-earned cash. Cybercriminals could trick you into downloading a backdoor Trojan that would give them a back entry to your PC, where they could then record your banking credentials. Or, as mentioned in the section on “Electronic Communications”, cybercriminals could deceive you into revealing your credentials through a phishing scam. All of this could be done via the Internet without leaving any trace.
The Internet of Things (IoT)
The Advantage:
The main advantage of the Internet is its ability to connect billions of computers and devices to each other. Not only does the Internet create convenience in sharing and receiving information between users, another advantage of the modern Internet is its ability for automation. Enter “The Internet of Things”, where devices and sensors communicate with each other to automatically perform a designated task or function. For example, a smart thermostat could reduce your energy cost by automatically adjusting the temperature when it senses you have left the house. Additionally, it “learns” your heating and cooling preferences and adjusts them to your liking.
The Problem:
While a smart thermostat can aid in reducing your energy cost, the downside is that a hacker could exploit the hardware of the thermostat and use it to spy on home owners. Since smart thermostats have access to information such as when you’re home or away, your zip code, and your WiFi credentials, a hacker who compromises the thermostat will now have access to all of this information.
Smart thermostats aren’t the only devices vulnerable to attacks. According to a recent study, 70 percent of IoT devices are vulnerable to cyber-attacks. This list includes thermostats, TVs, webcams, etc..
Absolutely ! The Internet offers great opportunity and advancement. However, keep in mind, the more convenient something is, the less secure it will be making it a lot more vulnerable for a hacker to exploit its weaknesses. Enjoy what the Internet has to offer, but always be conscious of the potential risks.
Internet was beneficial because people won’t have to use the phone to be able to talk to someone that’s far away from them nor send a message through snail mail because everything can be done instantaneously.
Loved how the internet made it possible to shop easily online. It makes people more attracted to buy online due to no long lines and less hassle.
Nowadays, online banking is practically the norm. You log into your online accounts to pay bills, transfer funds, or just to check your balance.
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