Digital evidence and computer crime : forensic science, computers and the Internet
Casey, Eoghan
Digital evidence and computer crime : forensic science, computers and the Internet - 3rd. - Waltham Academic Press ©2011 - xxvii, 807 p. : ill., maps ; 25 cm.
Content notes :
Foundations of digital forensics -- Language of computer crimes -- Digital evidence in the courtroom -- Cybercrime law: a United States perspective -- Cybercrime law: a European perspective -- Conducting digital investigations -- Handling a digital crime scene -- Investigative reconstruction with digital evidence -- Modus operandi, motive, and technology -- Violent crime and digital evidence -- Digital evidence as alibi -- Sex offenders on the Internet -- Computer intrusions -- Cyberstalking -- Computer basics for digital investigators -- Applying forensic science to computers -- DIgital evidence on Windows systems -- Digital evidence on UNIX systems -- Digital evidence on Macintosh systems -- Digital evidence on mobile devices -- Network basics for digital investigators -- Applying forensic science to networks -- DIgital evidence on the Internet -- DIgital evidence on physical and data-link layers -- Digital evidence at the network and transport layers
Digital Evidence and Computer Crime, Third Edition, provides the knowledge necessary to uncover and use digital evidence effectively in any kind of investigation.
It offers a thorough explanation of how computer networks function, how they can be involved in crimes, and how they can be used as a source of evidence. In particular, it addresses the abuse of computer networks as well as privacy and security issues on computer networks.
This updated edition is organized into five parts. Part 1 is about digital forensics and covers topics ranging from the use of digital evidence in the courtroom to cybercrime law. Part 2 explores topics such as how digital investigations are conducted, handling a digital crime scene, and investigative reconstruction with digital evidence. Part 3 deals with apprehending offenders, whereas Part 4 focuses on the use of computers in digital investigation. The book concludes with Part 5, which includes the application of forensic science to networks.
New to this edition are updated information on dedicated to networked Windows, Unix, and Macintosh computers, as well as Personal Digital Assistants; coverage of developments in related technology and tools; updated language for search warrant and coverage of legal developments in the US impacting computer forensics; and discussion of legislation from other countries to provide international scope. There are detailed case examples that demonstrate key concepts and give students a practical/applied understanding of the topics, along with ancillary materials that include an Instructor's Manual and PowerPoint slides.
9780123742681
Computer crimes--Investigation
Electronic evidence
Digital forensic science
Evidence, Criminal
363.25968 CAS-D
Digital evidence and computer crime : forensic science, computers and the Internet - 3rd. - Waltham Academic Press ©2011 - xxvii, 807 p. : ill., maps ; 25 cm.
Content notes :
Foundations of digital forensics -- Language of computer crimes -- Digital evidence in the courtroom -- Cybercrime law: a United States perspective -- Cybercrime law: a European perspective -- Conducting digital investigations -- Handling a digital crime scene -- Investigative reconstruction with digital evidence -- Modus operandi, motive, and technology -- Violent crime and digital evidence -- Digital evidence as alibi -- Sex offenders on the Internet -- Computer intrusions -- Cyberstalking -- Computer basics for digital investigators -- Applying forensic science to computers -- DIgital evidence on Windows systems -- Digital evidence on UNIX systems -- Digital evidence on Macintosh systems -- Digital evidence on mobile devices -- Network basics for digital investigators -- Applying forensic science to networks -- DIgital evidence on the Internet -- DIgital evidence on physical and data-link layers -- Digital evidence at the network and transport layers
Digital Evidence and Computer Crime, Third Edition, provides the knowledge necessary to uncover and use digital evidence effectively in any kind of investigation.
It offers a thorough explanation of how computer networks function, how they can be involved in crimes, and how they can be used as a source of evidence. In particular, it addresses the abuse of computer networks as well as privacy and security issues on computer networks.
This updated edition is organized into five parts. Part 1 is about digital forensics and covers topics ranging from the use of digital evidence in the courtroom to cybercrime law. Part 2 explores topics such as how digital investigations are conducted, handling a digital crime scene, and investigative reconstruction with digital evidence. Part 3 deals with apprehending offenders, whereas Part 4 focuses on the use of computers in digital investigation. The book concludes with Part 5, which includes the application of forensic science to networks.
New to this edition are updated information on dedicated to networked Windows, Unix, and Macintosh computers, as well as Personal Digital Assistants; coverage of developments in related technology and tools; updated language for search warrant and coverage of legal developments in the US impacting computer forensics; and discussion of legislation from other countries to provide international scope. There are detailed case examples that demonstrate key concepts and give students a practical/applied understanding of the topics, along with ancillary materials that include an Instructor's Manual and PowerPoint slides.
9780123742681
Computer crimes--Investigation
Electronic evidence
Digital forensic science
Evidence, Criminal
363.25968 CAS-D