Asked by Asive Sibeko on Jun 17, 2024

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Which of the following best completes the following sentence,'______ ,a cyber offence that is illegal in the U.K. ,refers to identifying and publishing private information about someone as a form of punishment or revenge.'?

A) Trolling.
B) Rickrolling.
C) Doxing.
D) Flaming.
E) None of these.

Cyber Offence

Illegal or unethical activities conducted through the internet or other digital means, including cyberbullying or hacking.

Doxing

The act of publicly revealing previously private personal information about an individual or organization, typically done without consent, often to harass, threaten, or shame the subject.

Private Information

Private information refers to data that is not publicly available and pertains to an individual's personal details, preferences, or activities, often protected by privacy laws.

  • Examine the effects of online actions such as flaming and trolling on communication.
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Desiree ZimmermanJun 23, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Doxing refers to identifying and publishing private information about someone without their consent, often with the intention of causing harm or embarrassment. It is considered a cyber offence and is illegal in the U.K. Trolling is a behavior of posting inflammatory or off-topic messages online with the intention of provoking others, while Rickrolling and flaming are not related to publishing private information about someone.