The application of routine activity theory to cybercrimes and cyberdeviance reveals that the future of guardianship on the Internet is difficult to predict.

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Routine activity theory suggests that for a crime to occur, a motivated offender, a suitable target, and the absence of capable guardians must coincide. In the context of cybercrimes and cyberdeviance, the absence of capable guardians, such as law enforcement, parents, and educators, may facilitate deviant and criminal behavior. Therefore, predicting the future of guardianship on the Internet is challenging, and it is uncertain how guardianship strategies will develop in response to the evolving landscape of technology and cybercrime.

The Application of Routine Activity Theory to Cybercrimes and Cyberdeviance