What is Cyber Stalking?

Cyber stalking is where a person is stalked or harassed by another person using a service of the Internet such as email, instant messaging or via a posting in a discussion group.

Stalking behaviours can include threats, cryptic messages and sexual innuendo that occur in a frequent and intrusive manner.

The usual goal for stalking is to create a sense of fear in the recipient and the motivation is based on control and intimidation.