Digital Evidence and Computer Crime, Third Edition: Forensic Science, Computers, and the Internet

Digital Evidence and Computer Crime, Third Edition provides the knowledge necessary to uncover and use digital evidence effectively in any kind of investigation. The widely-adopted first and second editions introduced thousands of students to this field and helped them deal with digital evidence. This completely updated edition provides the introductory materials that new students require, and also expands on the material presented in previous editions to help students develop these skills. The textbook teaches how computer networks function, how they can be involved in crimes, and how they can be used as a source of evidence. Additionally, this third edition includes updated chapters dedicated to networked Windows, Unix, and Macintosh computers, and Personal Digital Assistants. Ancillary materials include an Instructor's Manual and PowerPoint slides.

 

* Provides a thorough explanation of how computers & networks function, how they can be involved in crimes, and how they can be used as evidence
* Features coverage of the abuse of computer networks and privacy and security issues on computer networks