computer crimes

Discusses issues and controversies related to Internet safety in the early twenty-first century, describing the dangers and risks, exploring the ways that criminals access information and the role of the government in protecting citizens, and providing tips and advice to stay safe and protect personal identities while using the Internet.

Offers teens an overview of the dangers of Internet crime, describing the different types of Internet crime and the best ways to stay safe.

"Describes the technology used by forensic scientists to gather and analyze evidence from crime scenes"--Provided by publisher.

Experts say computer hackers that illegally broke into business and government technology systems in America accessed 3.7 million documents in one year, and the Internet crime complaint center run by the Federal Bureau of Investigation has received 25,000 complaints per month.

Describes advancing technology in the early twenty-first century and threats to the security of personal information, discussing passports, Blackberry devices, iPads, commercial photocopiers, and other gadgets with digital capabilities, and explaining ways to embrace technology in daily life and remain protected.

Examines the development of online security and discusses the growing threat of cybercriminals, identity theft, threats against computer and company networks, national security issues, cyberterrorism, and related topics.

Captures the passion and depth of various debates about cybercrime and also provides a resource for research on this social issue.

Presents twelve essays that debate issues of internet crime including cyberstalking, threats to children, hacking, cyberterrorism, and identity theft.

Essays from various sources provide a wide range of opinions on policing the Internet, discussing monitoring of teenagers, government regulations, cyberterrorism, identity theft, pornography, social networking sites, and cyberbullying.