The Promise and Perils of Technology

There is no doubt that technology can be advantageous in everyday life. However, in this ever-changing, increasingly connected world, technology can also open the door to danger and crime. Citizens of the computerized world need to be able to recognize digital threats in order to protect themselves. Threats include identity theft, cyberbullying, malware, and sock puppets. By illuminating the dark corners of the internet and emphasizing the use of critical thinking while online, this book will help train future denizens of the digital landscape to defend their data.