A new study by Norton reveals the staggering prevalence of cybercrime: 65% of internet users globally, and 73% of U.S. web surfers have fallen victim to cybercrimes, including computer viruses, online credit card fraud and identity theft. As the most victimized nations, America ranks third, after China (83%) and Brazil and India (76%).
Report from a 2005 UN debate including security threats to information technologies.
In a world where 300 million computers are connected by the internet, the opportunity to tap new revenue streams for a slice of the global security pie has never been greater – but neither has the risk. The warp speed of IT has also brought with it a degree of instability that threatens a company’s reputation, credibility, competitiveness and survivability.
Pan Africa eLearning for the Environment Network, 2010
Exploring issues related to the use of information and communication technologies to benefit education in developing countries. A World Bank blog.
A Survey of ICT and Education in Africa (2007)
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The Africa Competitiveness Report (2011, World Economic Forum) highlights areas where they need an urgent policy action and investment to ensure that Africa sustains its economic recovery and quality of life continues to grow in the future.
