CYBERSECURITY – Fai M.Ben Salamah, Ph.D.

QCYBERSECURITY
Exploring Technical Legal, and Human Dimensions in the DigitalEra
For too long, cybersecurity has been seen as a concern that belongs only to IT
professionals. It’s easy to understand why. Many people, especially those who grew up
before the internet became a part of everyday life, see technology as complex and distant.
Decades ago, computers were primarily used for tasks like payroll processing, account-
ing, and data management-important functions, but ones that didn’t seem to affect
people outside those specific areas.
The systems behind these technologies often seemed complicated and intimidating.
so they were left to the ‘experts. As a result, cybersecurity was largely regarded as a
technical issue, disconnected from daily life. But today, in an age where digital tools
power everything from communication and shopping to healthcare and education,
cybersecurity affects everyone-not just IT specialists or businesses. It’s about protecting
the digital spaces we rely on, ensuring that our personal information, financial transac-
tions, and even social connections are secure.
Cybersecurity is no longer just about protecting computers-it’s about protecting
every part of our lives. It touches on how we work, the laws we follow, the risks we face,
and the innovations we create. This book explores Cybersecurity’s many dimensions: its
technical foundations to legal frameworks, risk management strategies, and emerging
trends like Al. It dives into the psychology of Cybersecurity, ethical considerations, and
the human element often overlooked in this field.
Through this book, you’ll discover how Cybersecurity is woven into the fabric of
modern life, shaping how we live, work, and innovate in an increasingly digital world. It’s
a guide for everyone, not just IT professionals, to understand and embrace the challenges
and opportunities of Cybersecurity.
About the Author
Dr. Pai Ben Galamah is a pioneer in the field ofcybersecurity and the first
Kuwaitito earn a PhD in this vital area, which she obtained from the University of
Plymouth in the United Kingdom. Heracademic journey began in 2014 when sha
started her Master’s in Information Technology at Kuwak University. Dr. Ben
Salamahhas published numerous articles in estoomed journals and intemational
conference proceedings contributing valuable research to the global
cybersecurity community. In addition to harresearch, she has been a certified
trainersince 2018, delivering training sessions and lectures to diverse audences
both in Kuwait and abroad, further cementing herrole as a leader and advocate
for cybersecurky awareness and education.