Computer Forensics and Cyber Crime: An Introduction (2e)

For undergraduate introductory courses in Computers in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Criminal Investigation, White Collar Crime, and Computer Crime.

Completely updated in a new edition, this book fully defines computer-related crime and the legal issues involved in its investigation. Re-organized with different chapter headings for better understanding of the subject, it provides a framework for the development of a computer crime unit. Updated with new information on technology, this book is the only comprehensive examination of computer-related crime and its investigation on the market. It includes an exhaustive discussion of legal and social issues, fully defines computer crime, and provides specific examples of criminal activities involving computers, while discussing the phenomenon in the context of the criminal justice system. Computer Forensics and Cyber Crime 2e provides a comprehensive analysis of current case law, constitutional challenges, and government legislation. New to this edition is a chapter on Organized Crime & Terrorism and how it relates to computer related crime as well as more comprehensive information on Processing Evidence and Report Preparation.

Chapter 2 — Computer Terminology & History

Chapter 3 — Traditional Computer Crime: Hackers and Theft of Components

Chapter 4 — Contemporary Computer Crime

Chapter 5 — Identity Theft & Identity Fraud

Chapter 6 — Organized Crime & Terrorism

Chapter 7 — Avenues for Prosecution and Government Efforts

Chapter 8 — Applying the First Amendment to Computer Related Crime

Chapter 9 — The Fourth Amendment & Other Legal Issues

Chapter 10 — Forensic Terminology & Developing Forensic Capabilities

Chapter 11 — Searching and Seizing Computer Related Evidence

Chapter 12 — Processing Evidence and Report Preparation

Chapter 13 — Conclusions & Future Issues 

• New chapters covering Organized Crime and Terrorism and Identity Theft.
  • Chapter 6, "Organized Crime and Terrorism," introduces students to and instructors to the convergence of organized crime and terrorist groups through the medium of technology, including methods of communication, criminal collaboration, money laundering, and financing. In addition, it comprehensively explores methods of recruitment, communication, propaganda, planning, and execution of criminal plans. Chapter 5, "Identity Theft," provides a comprehensive analysis of all issues associated with identity theft and identity fraud. It also covers catastrophic data breaches and provides recommendations for safeguarding personal information.
• Improved pedagogical aids.
  • Features key terms, chapter outlines, learning objectives, discussion questions, recommended reading, glossy, and web resources. This provides students with a structured learning framework, which helps them understand the material. These features also help instructors deliver tests and assign homework more effectively.
• Course in a Box: teaching tools and enhanced instructor supplements.
  • This edition features PowerPoint slides and an Instructor's Manual. This provides instructors with ready-made presentations, discussion topics, and syllabi. These features help instructors deliver the course in both physical and virtual environments.
• Essays from the experts.
  • Recognized experts in computer forensics offer essays that address various key issues, including (but not limited to) social engineering, virtual adultery, PDA forensics, law enforcement challenges, and cryptography.
• Case in Point features which provide students with real-life examples of key topics.

For undergraduate introductory courses in Computers in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Criminal Investigation, White Collar Crime, and Computer Crime.

Completely updated in a new edition, this book fully defines computer-related crime and the legal issues involved in its investigation. Re-organized with different chapter headings for better understanding of the subject, it provides a framework for the development of a computer crime unit. Updated with new information on technology, this book is the only comprehensive examination of computer-related crime and its investigation on the market. It includes an exhaustive discussion of legal and social issues, fully defines computer crime, and provides specific examples of criminal activities involving computers, while discussing the phenomenon in the context of the criminal justice system. Computer Forensics and Cyber Crime 2e provides a comprehensive analysis of current case law, constitutional challenges, and government legislation. New to this edition is a chapter on Organized Crime & Terrorism and how it relates to computer related crime as well as more comprehensive information on Processing Evidence and Report Preparation.

• A comprehensive examination of forensic computer science. Gives students a text that is an excellent first step in learning about the investigation of computer crime.

• Comprehensive background coverage provides a history of computer crime. Introduces students to the subject by providing an excellent historical framework for computer crime and cyberspace.

• Discussion of current legal issues as well as future trends. Helps students understand how free-speech and privacy rights relate to computer crimes and their investigation.

• Comprehensive Instructor's Manual includes chapter objectives, chapter outlines, and PowerPoint presentations. Provides instructors with excellent course support.

• Extensive in-text learning aids include 5-10 questions per chapter, as well as boxed case studies, chapter objectives, and defined terms. Explains for students what they need to know as they are entering this relatively new technological field, as well as provides an opportunity to test their new-found knowledge.

• Comprehensive bibliography. Provides students and instructors with a resource for further reading and research.

Dr. Marjie T. Britz is an associate professor of criminal justice at Clemson University.  She holds a bachelors of science in forensic science from Jacksonville State University, a masters of science in police administration, and a doctorate of philosophy in criminal justice from Michigan State University.  She has published extensively in the areas of computer crime, organized crime, and the police subculture.  She has acted as a consultant to a variety of organizations, and provided training to an assortment of law enforcement agencies. In addition, she has served on editorial and supervisory boards in both academic and practitioner venues.  Her latest works include: Organized Crime: A Worldwide Perspective (Prentice-Hall) and Criminal Evidence (Allyn & Bacon).,