Cyberspace Technology and Social Issues

Paper Code:

CLC 131

Credits:

Contact Hours:

60.00

Max. Marks:

100.00

Objective:

To create an understanding in the students regarding cyber technology, its hazards and social problems created by it.

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course outcome

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course

title

24CLC 131

Cyberspace Technology and Social Issues (Theory)

CO1 Develop the concept of ICT and related concepts for basic understanding of current state of IT worldwide.

CO2 Appraise different kinds of cyber frauds and their remedies.

CO3 Summarise the evolution of internet and role of ISP’s in current scenario.

CO4 Formulate skills to enable them to safeguard themselves in online space.

CO5 Investigate the major steps taken by the government to regulate cyberspace and to transform governance.

CO6: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching: Class

room Lecture

(Theory/ Using

Power Point

Presentation

/Discussions/ Videos)

Learning activities for the students:

Group

Discussions/ Class

Presentation.

Class

participation,

tutorial

assignments and

presentations,

class tests, C A

Test, Semester

End Exams.

12.00

Unit I:

Introduction to Cyber Technology

Evolution, benefits, E-readiness Assessment of states in India and Global Scenario. ICT and Economic Growth. Digital Divide: Reasons, Dimensions, Impact and Measures to Bridge the Gap.

12.00

Unit II:

Cyber Frauds & Crimes

Meaning, types(financial frauds, hacking, identity theft, ransomware attack, cyber stalking, child abuse, cyber pornography and other internet frauds) , ways of protection and legal remedy.

12.00

Unit III:

Internet

Concept, Evolution, Service Provided by Internet, Ownership, Internet Service Providers(ISP), ISP Code of Conduct, ISP in India, Value Added Services by ISP’s and their Liability. Intranet - VPN’s

12.00

Unit IV:

Data Security and Data Management

Meaning, Security Problems, Security Measures, Security Policy, Access Control, Encryption, Authentication and Identification, Trusted Third Parties and Public Key. Cyberspace and National Sovereignty

12.00

Unit V:

Cyberspace Regulation

Need, Cyberspace Legal Regulatory Framework in India(Electronic Governance, Digital Signature, Certifying Agencies, Appellate Tribunal, Offences and Penalties)E-Governance : Concept, SMART, Components, Rational, Benefits and E- GovernancUnit

Essential Readings:

Keniston Ed K, Kumar D., The Four Digital Divides, Sage Publishers, New Delhi
Turban, Rainer, Potter., Introduction to Information Technology, John Wiely and Sons, Inc,

References:

1. Lessig L., Code and Other Laws of Cyber Space, Basic Books, New Delhi.

e-Resources

1. https://youtu.be/hNu1jrU9K0E

2. https://youtu.be/1UStbvRnwmQ

3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cTv3otHpLo

4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4a8zf_T86k

Academic Year:

2024-2025