A Quantitative Approach to Cybercrimes Impact on Society in Pakistan Case Study: Business Community of Southern Punjab

Abstract

This paper describes the nature of cybercrime which occurs in Pakistan. Internet crimes in Pakistan are in the growing stage due to less knowledge of internet and facilities. The objective of this study is to give the awareness to the business community about the harmful impact of cybercrimes. Preventive measures are also discussed in this context. The targeted population for this study was the business community of major districts of the southern Punjab, Pakistan. Information was received through questionnaires and interviews. Data collected was obtained through likert scale questionnaires from target population. The response rate was 100%.The collected data was analyzed through SPSS software by using regression and correlational analysis. The finding shows that the business community is avoiding and feeling unsecure to deal business transactions through the internet due to the harmful impact of cybercrimes.

Keywords: cybercrime, types of cybercrimes, e-business.