Video: Cyber Security Camp At MSU

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STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Cyber crime is one of the fastest-growing criminal activity affecting us locally and abroad.

On the campus of Mississippi State University in Starkville, high school students from across the state are learning that we are under constant attack by cyber criminals. During sessions at this cyber security-focused computing camp, students are being taught the latest in arming themselves against cyber criminals.

Classes in computer forensics are teaching how to detect malicious software and keep our online experience safe.

“Its very important, keeping your information secure. Making sure adversaries can’t read it is paramount to our success as a nation,” said camper Thomas Byrd.

“Knowing how to keep your computer safe, knowing whats out there that can mess with your computer, mess with your lifestyle even,” said camper Baylor Harrington.

Experts say if you can connect to the Internet, someone can connect to you.