India is an emerging and developing country (EDC) located in southern Asia. It is the world's largest democracy, and is one of the fastest growing economies. In a country with such a large population, it tends to have a high crime rate. With around four crore cases pending in the courts, it is far more beneficial to learn and work at recognizing any such work than the ignorance and suffering. With the upcoming new technology and digital integration, a new world of opportunity is open to all, but there are always limitations in all areas. Increased connection levels, remote operation, reliance on technology, and automation mean that the risk of attack increases exponentially.

A new crime commission square has been added to the sector. Cyber theft, malware, spamming, data breach, cyberbullying, identity theft, etc. all of these are examples of cybercrime that is taking place today. It is our job to protect ourselves from such dangers of cyber-attacks. To protect us, our constitution also sets the rules at this time. The cyber laws in India may not be the hardest but they are improving with each passing day.

Content: With the advent of the Internet, fathers who invented the Internet did not have the tendency to turn the Internet into a global revolution that could be exploited by criminal activity and in need of control. Today, there are many disturbing things happening online. Due to the anonymous nature of the Internet, it is possible to engage in various criminal activities with impunity and clever people, who have been abusing the Internet to promote criminal activities. Hence there is a need for Cyberlaws in India.

Cyberlaws are important because it affects almost every aspect of transactions and activities related to the Internet, the World Wide Web and Cyberspace. At first it may seem like Cyberlaws are a very technical field and it does not affect many jobs in Cyberspace. But the fact is that nothing could be further from the truth. Whether we know it or not, all actions and all responses to Cyberspace have certain legal and Cyber views.

The IT Act 2000 seeks to change outdated laws and provides ways to deal with cybercrime. We need such rules so that people can trade online using credit cards without fear of misuse. The law provides the legal framework that is most needed for information to be denied law enforcement or legality, only on the grounds that such records are electronic.

Recognizing the growth of transactions and communications generated by electronic records, the Act aims to empower government departments to receive digital filing, creation and retention of digital documents. The Act also proposes a legal framework for verification and the origin of records / electronic communications by signing a message.

From the point of view of e-commerce in India, the IT Act 2000 and its provisions contain a number of advantages. Firstly, the effect of these provisions on e-businesses could be that e-mail will now become a legitimate and legitimate means of communication in our country that can be properly produced and accepted in a court of law.

Companies will now be able to trade electronically using the legal infrastructure provided by the Act. Digital signatures are subject to legal action and legal punishment. The law cuts open the doors for corporate entries in the business of becoming a Certified Digital Signature Certification Authority. The law now allows the Government to publish a notice on the web thus declaring governance by e-platforms. The Act enables companies to file any form, application or other document in any office, authority, body or electronic government or electronically held in such electronic form that may be determined by the appropriate Government.

IT legislation also addresses important security issues, which are critical to the success of the electronic transaction. The Act provided a legal framework for the concept of secure digital signatures that would have to be passed through a security system, as stated by the Government over time.

Under the IT Act, 2000, it is now possible for companies to have a legal remedy in case anyone breaks into a computer system or network causing damage or copying information. The remedy provided by the Act is for financial harm, not exceeding Rs. 1 crore.

The Internet is like life. It’s interesting and we spend a lot of time doing funny things here, but it comes with its part of the problem. With the advent of technology and easy access to the Internet around the world, cybercrime has also become quite common. From cybercrime to fraudulent online transactions, there are many ways we can fall victim to illegal cyber activities. 
To regulate such activities that infringe on Internet user rights, the Indian government has the Information Technology Act, 2000, in effect.

Conclusion:
The question that rises after reading in length about cybercrimes is, how to safeguard ourselves from cyber Crimes?

1. Keep everything updated
   Many violations, including the 2017 one at the Equifax credit bureau that disclosed the financial details of almost all American adults, call for someone to leave outdated software running. Many large computer companies are issuing regular updates to protect against emerging risks. Keep your software and apps updated. To make it easier, turn on automatic updates if possible. Also, be sure to install software to scan your system to detect viruses and malware, to catch anything that might pass. Some of these protections are free, such as Avast, which is limited by Consumer Reports.
    
2. Use unique and strong password combinations.
   Remembering passwords, especially the hard ones, is not fun, which is why a lot of work will find some better ways. In the meantime, it is important to use different passwords for each site and not for easy hacking such as “123456” or “password.” Choose the one with at least 14 characters long. Consider starting with your favorite sentence and using the first letter of each word. Enter numbers, punctuation marks, or punctuation if you want to, but length is very important. Be sure to change any default factory passwords, such as those that come with your Wi-Fi router or home security devices. A password manager program can help you create and remember complex, secure passwords.
    
3. Enabling multifactor Authentication.
   In most cases, websites require users not only to provide a strong password but also to type a different code from the app, text message, or email message when you sign in. It is an additional step, and it is incomplete, but the multifactor authentication makes it very difficult for hackers to access your accounts. Whenever you have an option, enable multifactor authentication, especially for important log-ins like bank and credit card accounts. You can also consider getting a digital key that you can connect to your computer or smartphone as the highest level of protection.
    
4. Encrypting and backing up data
   If you can, encrypt data stored on your smartphone and computer. If a hijacker copies your files, all we have to do is give them away, rather than, for example, your address book and financial records. This usually involves installing software or changing system settings. Some manufacturers do this without the users knowing, which helps improve everyone's safety. For important details, such as medical information, or non-recoverable, such as family photos, it is important to keep copies. These backups should be duplicated, one stored locally on an external hard drive connected periodically to your main computer, with a single remote control, such as a cloud storage system.
    
5. Being careful while using Public Wi-Fi.
   If you use public Wi-Fi, anyone nearby connected to the same network can listen to what your computer sends and receives across the Internet. You can use free browsers like Tor, which was originally developed to provide secure U.S. connections. Navy, encrypting your traffic and hiding what you do online. You can also use a virtual private network to encrypt all your internet traffic, in addition to what goes through your browser - like Spotify music or video on the Netflix app — making it very difficult for hackers, or casual users, to check on you. There are many types of free and paid VPN options. 

References taken from: Information Technology Act, 2000. (Bare Act)