The death of the internet /

• Other Authors: Jakobsson, Markus
• Format: eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Hoboken : John Wiley & Sons, [2012]
• Subjects: Internet > Security measures.; Electronic commerce > Security measures.; Data protection.; Computer crimes.; Electrical engineering.; Engineering.; Computer science.; COMPUTERS > Internet > Security.; COMPUTERS > Networking > Security.; COMPUTERS > Security > General.; Electronic books.

Fraud poses a significant threat to the Internet. 1.5% of all online advertisements attempt to spread malware. This lowers the willingness to view or handle advertisements, which will severely affect the structure of the web and its viability. It may also destabilize online commerce. In addition, th...