Hackers, Scams, and Cyber Mayhem: Surviving in the Wild West of the Internet

Abstract

In the ever-evolving digital landscape, cybercrime has become a formidable foe, akin to the outlaws of the Wild West—but instead of riding horses, today’s criminals ride the waves of the internet. From sophisticated hacking operations to sly phishing scams, cybercriminals use every trick in the digital playbook to steal data, money, and even identities. As technology continues to integrate into every aspect of our lives, so does the need to outsmart these online bandits and protect ourselves in this new frontier.