What is Distributed Denial-of-Service

This chapter analyzes digital security strategies for the 21st century. The chapter begins by examining different types of cyberattacks, such as identity theft, malware, and phishing. Next, the chapter reviews statistics about cyberattacks in the US and the world, focusing on the monetary costs. The typical targets of cyberattacks are then considered, followed by a discussion about how to prevent cybercrime. The chapter next reviews digital security indicators that can provide valuable information about cybercrime and cyberattacks. After this, the chapter discusses cyberwar, which involves cyberattacks not just used against individuals and companies, but against entire states. The chapter concludes by advancing a digital security strategy that can be used in the 21st century.