Multi-Contextual Analysis of Internet Security Perception and Behavior: Perspectives of Anglophone and Francophone Internet Users

Alfred Paa Gyaisey, Acheampong Owusu

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Abstract

Perception has been found to influence thought patterns and human behavior in other academic spheres. However, the impact of perception on technology adoption and use in the field of information systems is virtually nonexistent. This study sought to examine the internet security perception of internet users and consequential effect on their online behavior. The study used language (French vs English), as a differentiation tool for the respondents. 101 nationals from different African countries who reside in Ghana were sampled to participate in the study. The study found strong negative security perception, low level of knowledge regarding cyber awareness, and a lax attitude in cyber hygiene practices to ensure personal safety when online. Impact of culture on online security perception was not identified, and also respondents were not collectivist in their cultural orientation, a marked shift from long held opinion of strong collectivism in Africa. Implications are also discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Article number43
JournalInternational Journal of Cyber Warfare and Terrorism
Volume12
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2022
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Anglophone
  • Culture
  • Francophone
  • Internet Security

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