Hacking and cybercrime

This paper explores the fast growing Cyberworld and its components. It starts with definitions of who is the hacker, and what is a cybercrime. Types and offenses of cybercrime are addressed as well. The paper concentrates on the possibilities to protect ourselves from the cybercrime, and guard Cyberworld from us. Therefore, it emphasizes the importance of users’ education, starting from the early age, creation and enforcement of policies, and awareness training. The paper presents laws, applicable to the computer related crime, highlights the U.S. Department of Homeland Security involvement, and investigates on the fact why businesses do not report hackers ’ attacks and why is it important