A Roadmap to Digital Path: Empowering College Students in Cybersecurity

Open Access

Year : 2024 | Volume :02 | Issue : 01 | Page : –
By

Anand Raj I.

R. Vidya

  1. =Research Scholar St. Joseph’s College of Arts & Science (Autonomous), Cuddalore Tamil Nadu
  2. Research Supervisor, ‘Assistant Psor, PG and Research Department of Computer Science, St. Joseprofesh’s College of Arts & Science (Autonomous), Cuddalore Tamil Nadu India

Abstract

A cybersecurity area that focuses on college students, digital citizens of our time, who play an important role in determining the future of cybersecurity. It focuses on the unique challenges college students face, from identity theft to cyber and sensitive data security. This report examines best practices and methods for building college students’ online barriers and underscores the need for digital literacy, literacy, and personal responsibility in an era of increasing and disappearing online risk. This shows the responsibility of universities to create a culture of cyber security among students. Looking forward, this article discusses possible approaches to online safety for college students. It covers a dynamic view of cyber threats, new technologies and the need for adaptation and innovation. It describes the activities needed to educate the next generation of professionals with the knowledge and skills to navigate the cybersecurity environment, with a focus on education, awareness programs, and internships. In summary, this article explores the dynamic relationship between college students and cybersecurity, highlighting the challenges they face, best practices for protecting their digital worlds, and progress for this important sector.

Keywords: Cybersecurity, information security, data protection, online privacy, security policies

[This article belongs to International Journal of Wireless Security and Networks(ijwsn)]

How to cite this article: Anand Raj I., R. Vidya. A Roadmap to Digital Path: Empowering College Students in Cybersecurity. International Journal of Wireless Security and Networks. 2024; 02(01):-.
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Regular Issue Open Access Review Article
Volume 02
Issue 01
Received March 26, 2024
Accepted March 28, 2024
Published May 1, 2024
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