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MG/YA – Cyberattacks and Cyberscams: Is There an End in Sight?

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Stephan, Jennifer. Cyberattacks and Cyberscams: Is There an End in Sight? ReferencePoint Press, 2023. $33.05. Grades 6-12.

Unfortunately, avoiding phishers and scammers has become part of everyday life for those who are connected to technology. Cyberattacks and Cyberscams: Is There an End in Sight? offers an introduction (Cyberscams and Cyberattacks Surge) followed by five chapters – Cyberscams, Ransomware Attacks, Nation-State Attacks, Defending Against Scams and Attacks, and What More Can Be Done? Viewpoints are included in the text such as Ransomware Payments Should Be Banned vs. Ransomware Payments Should Not Be Banned, making this title a solid choice for researchers to gather information. Some basic background or vocabulary would be helpful for readers to comprehend the complex technology jargon. Colorful photographs, section headings, and call out boxes enhance the text. Additional backmatter includes Source Notes, Organizations and Websites, For Further Research, and an Index. Though the protect yourself section is brief, its mention of utilizing secure passwords on all devices may encourage readers to think twice before using basic, easily compromised passwords.

THOUGHTS: Though timely, this title may become quickly outdated. Recommended for secondary libraries with a need for updated books on technology crimes.

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MG – Privacy in the Digital Age (Series NF)

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Buckey, A.W. Privacy in the Digital Age. Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing, 2020. $23.00 ea. $138.00 set of 6. 48p. Grades 3-6.

Hudak, Heather. Cell Phone Privacy. 978-1-53211-889-0.
—. Cybercrime. 978-1-53211-890-6.
Edwards, Sue Bradford. The Dark Web. 978-1-53211-891-3.
Buckey, A.W. Identity Theft. 978-1-53211-892-0.
—. Personal Data Collection. 978-1-53211-893-7.
—. Surveillance. 978-1-53211-894-4.

Using platforms they are very familiar with, such as Netflix, YouTube, Facebook, and even 23andMe, Personal Data Collection introduces middle grade readers to the idea that the convenience that data collection affords may not always be in their best interest. Part of the Privacy in the Digital Age series, this book explores the history of data collection, what data is being collected and why, how that data is being used, and how it could potentially be harmful to individuals. Fast Facts at the end will help students organize their thoughts about what they have read, and guiding questions could be used by educators in a digital literacy lesson.

THOUGHTS: A good introduction to the topic. Graphs, sidebars, and diagrams create interest, and teacher resources are an added bonus.

005.8  Computer Security          Melissa Johnston, North Allegheny SD