... evolution of computers The evolution of the computer has had a major impact on our everyday lives. Computers have now advanced to big applications, for example databases, design applications (CAD), virtual reality, etc and the means of sharing data has now advanced to optical drives and vast networks. Networks are now deployed in almost every home and organization, they are used for databases, payroll, on-line banking, digital pictures, digital movies, information, communications, etc. More and more home users are connecting to one of the world's biggest network, the World Wide Web (Internet). 2.1 Computer Crime As to the speed of the IT evolution, computer users and crimes were also evolving, as some users started using computers for things they weren't designed for and for tasks they weren't allowed to perform (computer misuse). Some of the ways individuals can perform these tasks are:> Viruses A virus is a piece of code which attaches itself to ...

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