  The gap between the knowledge and the practices regarding the computer and
Internet use are the major factors which influence security of Information. A
survey was performed on the education institutions in Oman to investigate the
level of information security awareness among various entities. The survey
focused on the following factors of IT Security: Demographics, Internet usage,
Awareness about organizations network Security threats experience, Awareness on
Password management, Email security awareness and Knowledge on security
practices. The survey attracted 173 respondents: the level of information
security awareness and knowledge on security practices were correlated and
analyzed. The areas of weakness related to the security implementation,
awareness and practice were identified.
