This book provides an in-depth exploration of the phenomenon of hacking from a multidisciplinary perspective that addresses the social and technological aspects of this unique activity as well as its impact.
· Documents how computer hacking fits into various forms of cybercrime
· Describes the subculture of computer hackers and explains how this social world plays an integral role in the business of hacking
· Clarifies the subtle differences between ethical and malicious hacks
· Focuses on the non-technical aspects of computer hacking to enable the reader to better understand the actors and their motives
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Thomas J. Holt, PhD, is associate professor in the School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University. His published work includes Crime On-Line: Correlates, Causes, and Context and Digital Crime and Digital Terrorism, Second Edition.
Bernadette H. Schell, PhD, is vice-provost at Laurentian University in Barrie, Ontario, Canada. She was formerly Founding Dean of Business and Information Technology at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Her published work includes The Hacking of America: Who's Doing It, Why, and How and Corporate Hacking and Technology-Driven Crime: Social Dynamics and Implications.
Hackers and Hacking traces the origins of computer hacking from the 1950s to the present. Using an accessible narrative style, the book highlights how hackers utilize various formats to engage in different forms of cybercrime, looking at the crimes from both a social and a technological perspective. The volume begins with a history of the Internet around the world as well as detailed descriptions of all variations of hacking. The narrative continues with an in-depth look at how hackers cause damage, followed by a section of essays (“Perspectives”) on the criminal implications and the real-world effects of hacking. Chapter 4, “Profiles,” presents an extremely fascinating perspective of sketches of key hackers, organizations, security companies, and leaders in the field. There is a useful chapter featuring tables and statistics. A section of resources, a chronology, a glossary, and an index round out the work. This unique addition to the Contemporary World Issues series enables the nontechie to better comprehend this worldwide issue of cybercrime. It’s useful to note that the book only looks at the more malicious side of hacking—very little is said about hackers who do it more for the “thrill seeking” aspect or act out of a sense of social responsibility or freedom of speech. Still, this volume is a worthwhile addition to the reference collections of high-school, academic, and public libraries. --Carol Sue Harless
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Shipping:
US$ 2.64
Within U.S.A.
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 17480547-6
Quantity: 2 available
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 40828815-6
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 38768110-75
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: suffolkbooks, Center moriches, NY, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: VeryGood. Fast Shipping - Safe and Secure 7 days a week!. Seller Inventory # 3TWOWA001VWR
Quantity: 2 available
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 19498104-n
Quantity: 5 available
Seller: Lucky's Textbooks, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # ABLIING23Mar2811580129288
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # L1-9781610692762
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: Books Puddle, New York, NY, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 320. Seller Inventory # 2651371775
Quantity: 4 available
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 19498104
Quantity: 5 available
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # L1-9781610692762
Quantity: Over 20 available