Cybersecurity : It refers to the protection of computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, exploitation, or damage, as well as ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and digital assets.( Under Information Technology...
Legal Glossary
CYBERCRIME
Cybercrime : refers to any illegal activity that involves a computer or a network, including but not limited to hacking, online fraud, identity theft, cyberbullying, and dissemination of malicious software. (Under Information Technology Act,2000)
TRIBUNAL
Tribunal : A tribunal is a specialized judicial body or court that resolves disputes and administers justice outside of the traditional court system. It typically has specific expertise in a particular area of law or industry and operates according to its own...
INJUNCTION
Injunction : An injunction refers to a legal order issued by a court to restrain or prohibit certain activities related to information technology, such as online content dissemination, cybercrimes, or digital communication, to prevent harm, infringement, or...
ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE
Electronic signature: Digital representation of a person’s consent or approval, applied electronically, to authenticate information or a document.(Section 3A of Information Technology Act,2000)
ELECTRONIC RECORD
Electronic record: Data generated, image, or sound stored in electronic form, capable of being accepted, processed, and retrieved for use in any electronic system.(Section 3 of Information Technology Act,2000)