Advantages and Disadvantages of Internet

3. Privacy Exposure

The internet has a significant impact on human privacy and personal data. Many websites on the internet are insecure. Certain uneducated internet users use those websites, and their personal information is hacked in unethical ways. It can also have broader implications for personal issues. 

4. Money Fraud

Internet fraud is a scheme that involves offering fraudulent advertisements and requesting advance payments via email, websites, chat rooms, or message boards. Advertisers mislead customers and gain all their bank account information using this type of fraud conducted over the internet. So, be on the lookout for these schemes when utilizing the internet.

5. Virus/Malware

An internet virus or malware is harmful software that damages your data or slows down your computer's performance. Email, removable media, and downloading infected files from the internet can propagate this virus. As a result, use the internet with caution.

6. Online Threatening or Harassment 

Social media sites like Facebook, Whatsapp, and Instagram are used to steal much personal information. The attacker first obtains your personal information and then targets you for harassment. This can also lead to criminal activity. My reader, be aware of this online threat and abuse.

7. Cyberbullying 

Cyberbullying is an online form of harassment. It's most common in gaming and social media platforms. People make disparaging or hateful remarks about cyberbullying victims, humiliating them.

8. Wrong Information

Although the internet is regarded as the primary source of information, some websites include inaccurate and worthless information. Sometimes, Users can have trouble distinguishing between what is correct and what is incorrect material.

9. Health Issues

Excessive use of the internet causes many health issues. People who use the internet suffer from eye strain, migraines, bad posture, lack of sleep, depression, and stress. People are becoming victims of such dangerous diseases due to the internet, distracting them from their daily healthy activities.