an article by
Baris Sezer (Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey)
Ramazan Yilmaz and Fatma Gizem Karaoglan Yilmaz (Bartin University, Bartin, Turkey)
published in Internet Research Volume 25 Issue 4 (2015)
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to determine the awareness levels of teachers with regard to cyber bullying. In line with this purpose, the extent of awareness levels of teachers in general, regarding the issue of personal cyber security in their daily lives and the precautions that can be taken in this context have been measured.
Design/methodology/approach
Survey method is used in this study. The participants of this research were 184 teachers working at various provinces in Turkey during 2012-2013 academic year. A scale was used in this study.
Findings
The findings of the study reveal that the teachers in the sample group of the study have an average level of awareness on cyber bullying, in general. According to the findings of the study, based on branch, gender and frequency of internet use, there are statistically significant differences among teachers’ awareness levels on cyber bullying.
Research limitations/implications
The data collection tool used for the study is a self-report scale and it is restricted to determining the awareness levels of teachers with respect to personal cyber security within the context of cyber bullying awareness and the precautions that need to be taken in this respect.
Practical implications
The data obtained from the study, the authors have conducted, can contribute to updating in-service and pre-service educational contents developed for teachers and prospective teachers, by providing insight for the policy makers.
Originality/value
It is believed that this research will contribute to the literature. On the other hand, this study will guide the policy makers/implementers in Turkey, as well.
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Tuesday, 25 August 2015
Wednesday, 21 November 2012
An investigation of students’ perception of Bluetooth security
an article by Margaret Tan and Kathrine Sagala Aguilar (Nanyang Technological University, Singapore) published in Information Management & Computer Security Volume 20 Issue 5 (2012)
Abstract
Purpose
Various research investigations have found that students’ awareness of information security issues continues to be poor and this is indeed a concern especially when students use information technologies pervasively to communicate, to socialise as well as to work on academic assignments. As it is important to understand students’ behaviours towards information security and safety in the digital cyberspace, the purpose of this paper is to investigate their awareness and perception, in particular, of Bluetooth security threats and risks, and whether they are able to take preventive measures to protect themselves from such security vulnerabilities. Bluetooth technology is used in this study as it is a widely used form of wireless networks that facilitates computing resources to be connected any time anywhere; however, it has security weaknesses like any other digital networks.
Design/methodology/approach
A field survey was conducted to collect the empirical data from students at a local university. The survey instrument/questionnaire was developed based on various literatures on Bluetooth applications, Bluetooth security vulnerabilities, and users’ usage and perception on computer security and safety.
Findings
The results show that most students do not take precautions to mitigate against security vulnerabilities; however, there is a difference on students’ perceptions based on their academic major or domain knowledge, for instance, engineering students have demonstrated significant awareness of security risks compared to students from the business and social science colleges. It is therefore not surprising to note that engineering students are more cautious users of Bluetooth, hence are more secure users of technologies.
Practical implications
The findings provide useful information for academic institutions to understand students’ behaviour towards security risks especially in terms of identity theft, unsecured systems and inadequate security practices. Indeed, the findings of this study highlight or emphasize the importance of promoting security awareness to student cohorts especially on the use of mobile computing applications such as Bluetooth or wireless. Perhaps, universities should design curriculum to incorporate the study of information and cyber security so as to inculcate a culture of cyber safety as well as to prepare these prospective employees as more secured users when they enter the workplace. Indeed, considering the increasing number of users who tend to be naïve on security vulnerabilities, this research adds a critical message also to manufacturers and software developers to design more robust security features so as to minimize security breaches.
Originality/value
This paper provides further evidence to the body of research investigations on information and computing security threats and students’ perceptions and behaviour towards security risks and vulnerabilities. More important, this paper confirms that most students are not secure users, and it seems they not very capable of protecting themselves from security threats.
Hazel’s comment:
And if students are not capable of protecting themselves then they are likely to be passing malware on to others they communicate with – including their careers advisers!!
Abstract
Purpose
Various research investigations have found that students’ awareness of information security issues continues to be poor and this is indeed a concern especially when students use information technologies pervasively to communicate, to socialise as well as to work on academic assignments. As it is important to understand students’ behaviours towards information security and safety in the digital cyberspace, the purpose of this paper is to investigate their awareness and perception, in particular, of Bluetooth security threats and risks, and whether they are able to take preventive measures to protect themselves from such security vulnerabilities. Bluetooth technology is used in this study as it is a widely used form of wireless networks that facilitates computing resources to be connected any time anywhere; however, it has security weaknesses like any other digital networks.
Design/methodology/approach
A field survey was conducted to collect the empirical data from students at a local university. The survey instrument/questionnaire was developed based on various literatures on Bluetooth applications, Bluetooth security vulnerabilities, and users’ usage and perception on computer security and safety.
Findings
The results show that most students do not take precautions to mitigate against security vulnerabilities; however, there is a difference on students’ perceptions based on their academic major or domain knowledge, for instance, engineering students have demonstrated significant awareness of security risks compared to students from the business and social science colleges. It is therefore not surprising to note that engineering students are more cautious users of Bluetooth, hence are more secure users of technologies.
Practical implications
The findings provide useful information for academic institutions to understand students’ behaviour towards security risks especially in terms of identity theft, unsecured systems and inadequate security practices. Indeed, the findings of this study highlight or emphasize the importance of promoting security awareness to student cohorts especially on the use of mobile computing applications such as Bluetooth or wireless. Perhaps, universities should design curriculum to incorporate the study of information and cyber security so as to inculcate a culture of cyber safety as well as to prepare these prospective employees as more secured users when they enter the workplace. Indeed, considering the increasing number of users who tend to be naïve on security vulnerabilities, this research adds a critical message also to manufacturers and software developers to design more robust security features so as to minimize security breaches.
Originality/value
This paper provides further evidence to the body of research investigations on information and computing security threats and students’ perceptions and behaviour towards security risks and vulnerabilities. More important, this paper confirms that most students are not secure users, and it seems they not very capable of protecting themselves from security threats.
Hazel’s comment:
And if students are not capable of protecting themselves then they are likely to be passing malware on to others they communicate with – including their careers advisers!!
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