E-Crime And Legal Framework

Technology is a double edged sword that can turn our lives to be easier, flexible, fast and simple, and, on the other hand, can be harmful and capable of destroying our lives. Now, as the internet has become so vital in all aspects of life (work, study, shopping, communication, food, drink, travel...etc), the day does not pass without using it. On the other side, there are criminals who abuse internet, committing crimes by stealing personal data, financial information or by hacking public or personal computers.

Electronic crime which is known as e-crime or cybercrime refers to any criminal activity that involves usage of internet, computer or any electronic device. E-crimes also involve breach of copyrights or destruction of other computers by sending damaging viruses or special malware programs/software to harm computer by denying services to authorized users.