Study on Internet Usage and Cyber Security Awareness Among Degree College Students in Mumbai Region

Abstract

In the present scenario, modern technology has entered every nook and corner of our lives at rocket speed. People have now become used to smart phones, smart watches, surveillance cameras, smart home appliances etc. The Internet has led to a paradigm shift in our lives of people and students. The increase in internet usage has increased the risk of cybersecurity attacks this makes it necessary to provide awareness and education on cybersecurity to students who are potential targets for exploitation. The study deciphers the purpose of internet usage, the internet usage pattern and problems related to security faced while using internet. The study comprehends the degree college student’s familiarity to cyber security awareness and countermeasures. A questionnaire consisting of various questions on internet usage and cybersecurity concepts was prepared. The key contribution of this paper is to create awareness and to set forth suggestion to overcome the issues to minimize the cybercrime in future.