Background Information
Computer crimes are crimes committed with the aid of, or against users of, computers and computer networks (such as the Internet) with the intent to invade an individual's or a group's privacy, finances, or data. Use the following sources to learn more about computer crimes, hacking, and the implications these acts can have.
- CQ Researcher This link opens in a new windowReference tool/magazine that gives overviews of major topic areas. Includes articles, lists of other resources, as well as Pro and Con sides for most topics.
- Computer Security: Encyclopedia of ManagementProvides a history of computer crimes as well as defines techniques used in computer crime and hacking.
- Encyclopedia of Criminology and Criminal JusticeContains a systematic coverage of modern criminology and criminal justice, including sections on cyber crime and hacking.
- Encyclopedia of Cryptography, Security and PrivacyA reference work for topics in cryptography, security, and privacy.
- Encyclopedia of PrivacyComprehensively overviews various aspects of privacy throughout U.S. history, including significant legal cases, events, laws, organizations, individuals, technology, and terms.
- Gale Encyclopedia of American LawCovers today's leading cases, major statutes, legal terms and concepts, notable persons involved with the law, and important documents.