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Computer-related Crimes

Computer-related crimes are illegal activities involving computers or digital systems. These include hacking into networks to steal information, creating or distributing malicious software like viruses, identity theft through data breaches, online fraud, or cyberbullying. Such crimes can compromise personal privacy, financial security, and organizational operations. They often require specialized knowledge but impact everyday life, making digital security and legal awareness important for everyone. Authorities pursue these crimes to protect individuals, companies, and critical infrastructure from digital threats.