In the previous blog, I asked if there is a need to a mandatory program acting as the basic driver's license to using your computer online.
Look at the content at securing our e-city(link). It contains basic security advise and scenario of how internet is becoming the haven for cybercrimes.
Still unclear how this could relates to you?
Scenario 1
Internet based sex predator posing as children troll internet chatrooms and forum and even facebook in search of new victims. Victims who are oblivious tend to divulge personal information such as what school do they attend, how old they are, their current whereabouts, their routine and even contact numbers.
Scenario 2
Cyber bullying is a new phenomenon where oppressive messages are sent via chat programs often intimidating victims.
Scenario 3
Digital pictures of one self, if taken improperly can used as a object for cyber extortion if it lands in wrong hands(happens often enough). How about ransomware? Some malware are known to maliciously encrypt your data(without your knowledge) and unless you pay for the ransom/fee, you will not be able to get the data back.
Scenario 4
People continue to click on phishing links and divulge most sensitive information with regards to their banking account. We see fake Maybank and CIMB links on a daily basis. Persuasive emails such as friend stuck in London asking for monetary help or even a Mrs Mandela wanting to pass you several millions of dollars could make you lose some money.
It was mentioned during the conference that cybercrime is fast overtaking drugs as the most lucrative business for criminals. The punishment meted out is puny in contrast with making and distribution of illicit drugs. In some countries, cyberlaws are non-enforceable.
So in the end, I ask the same question again.....and for some reason I keep nodding my head and thinking aloud STOP, THINK, CONNECT. 
This blog is maintained by Basic Gateway as the distributor of ESET products since 2005.
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