LibGuides: Computer Crime &amp; Hacking: Background Information

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.

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Reference 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 Management
Provides a history of computer crimes as well as defines techniques used in computer crime and hacking.
Encyclopedia of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Contains a systematic coverage of modern criminology and criminal justice, including sections on cyber crime and hacking.
Encyclopedia of Cryptography, Security and Privacy
A reference work for topics in cryptography, security, and privacy.
Encyclopedia of Privacy
Comprehensively overviews various aspects of privacy throughout U.S. history, including significant legal cases, events, laws, organizations, individuals, technology, and terms.
Gale Encyclopedia of American Law
Covers today's leading cases, major statutes, legal terms and concepts, notable persons involved with the law, and important documents.

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