Internet Crime An Overview

Internet crime, commonly known as cybercrime, refers to a spectrum of illegal acts committed through the use of computers, networks, and Internet technologies. Most of these activities range from unauthorized access and data theft to financial fraud, identity theft, cyberstalking, and system disruption. Just as digital connectivity is expanding globally, so is the scale and sophistication of cybercrime, challenging traditional legal, technical, and social frameworks. Some of the characteristics that distinguish cybercrime include its transnational nature, anonymity of perpetrators, and rapid evolution alongside technological innovation. Cybercrime does not only result in substantial economic losses for individuals, businesses organizations, and governments but raises critical questions and concerns about privacy, security, and legal accountability. Addressing cybercrime therefore will require multidisciplinary strategies, that must include robust legal frameworks, international cooperation, advanced cybersecurity practices, and public awareness initiatives. This paper looks at the pervasive impact of cybercrime, how to combat it, strengthening national and international cooperation among countries, legal, and policy development in the digital age. Paul A. Adekunte | Matthew N. O. Sadiku | Janet O. Sadiku "Internet Crime: An Overview" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-10 | Issue-1 , February 2026, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd100160.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/other-scientific-research-area/other/100160/internet-crime-an-overview/paul-a-adekunte