Sep 1, 2008 | Research library
“Your computer is infected with spyware. Click OK to download the necessary anti-spyware updates.” This type of popup warning is a common deceptive strategy employed by creators of malware and spyware to trick unsuspecting internet users into downloading...
Aug 26, 2008 | Research library
In this study, males who thought others of equal status were watching and judging their decisions were more likely to persue a high-risk, high-reward means of recouping a financial loss over a no risk, low gain means with equal expected value. The results suggest...
Aug 13, 2008 | Research library
Thorough book introducing “nudge” theory; the idea of subtly nudging people to make certain decisions or behaviours. Examples include placing certain foods in different orders to encourage healthy eating and changing default options to the desired choice. These small...
Aug 10, 2008 | Research library
This whitepaper explores research that concludes that, despite security policies, procedures and tools currently in place, employees around the world are still engaging in risky behaviours that put corporate and personal data at risk.
Aug 1, 2008 | Research library
The aim is to explore users’ reactions to health information web sites from the perspective of trust, retrieval of relevant information and ease-of-use, and to establish the link between perceived quality, trust, and usability. An analysis of three Australian health...
Jul 26, 2008 | Journal article, Research library
End-users are now recognized as being at increased risk in online scenarios, with a range of threats that seek to specifically target them and exploit their systems. Novice users are particularly likely to face difficulties in this context, as their unfamiliarity with...
