ABSTRACT
This study examines the factors that influence cyber security
awareness among university students in the Delhi NCR
area. As more people depend on digital tools, it's important
to understand how much students know about cyber
security. The research uses a quantitative method and
gathers data from more than 120 students. It uses
Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) in SPSS to analyze the
information. The main aim is to assess students' level of
awareness and to explore how various factors affect it, such
as their academic background, whether they have received
cyber security education, and how frequently they use
digital technologies. The study also makes use of statistical
methods like Chi-square tests, t-tests, and ANOVA to
identify relationships between these factors. This helps
compare awareness levels across different groups, such as
male and female students, and evaluate how cyber security
education impacts awareness. The expected results should
provide valuable insights into what influences cyber security
awareness. This information can help develop more effective
education programs and policies to improve students'
knowledge and preparedness in a digital environment. The
research also aims to support decision-makers in identifying
necessary steps to enhance awareness and readiness.
KEYWORDS
Awareness, Cyber Security, Factors, Exposure,
Determinants, Strategies, Stakeholders, Methodology,
Preparedness
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