Computer crime: Computer crime also called 'Cybercrime' means the use of a computer as an instrument to further illegal ends, such as committing fraud, trafficking in child pornography and intellectual property, stealing identities, or violating privacy. Cybercrime, especially through the Internet, has grown in importance as the computer has become central to commerce, entertainment, and government.

Embezzlement: Embezzlement occurs when someone steals or misappropriation of money or property from an employer, business partner, or another person who trusted the embezzler with the asset.