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Cybersecurity has a long history of development even though the term started being used more in the 20th century, tracing its evolution from the 1940s to the present. The history includes early hacking, the rise of cyber threats with internet expansion, and key incidents like the first viruses and ethical hacking. There have also been major cybersecurity milestones, including the development of antivirus software, early cyber laws, and the growing complexity of modern cyber threats. The timeline of cybersecurity has evolved greatly alongside technological advancements.

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