DIGITAL SOCIALIZATION OF THE INDIVIDUAL AND CYBERSECURITY

Abstract

This article analyzes the process of digital socialization of the individual and its relationship with cybersecurity. In the context of the rapid development of information and communication technologies, the Internet and social networks have become a crucial environment for individual socialization. At the same time, the digital environment generates various risks, such as cyberbullying, personal data leakage, and online fraud. The article examines the theoretical foundations of digital socialization, its positive and negative aspects, as well as the current challenges of ensuring individual cybersecurity. The study relies on modern scientific approaches and international theoretical concepts, which allows for an in-depth analysis of the key issues of protecting individuals in the digital space.