Computer forensics : an essential guide for accountants, lawyers, and managers

Select an Action

Title:

Computer forensics : an essential guide for accountants, lawyers, and managers

Author:

Sheetz, Michael.

ISBN:

9780471789321

Personal Author:

Sheetz, Michael.

Publication Information:

Hoboken, N.J. : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., c2007.

Physical Description:

xvii, 152 p. ; 24 cm.

General Note:

Includes index.

Contents:

1. A definition of computer forensics -- 2. Basics of computer forensic concepts -- 3. Preservation and collection of digital evidence -- 4. Analysis of digital evidence -- 5. Reporting and rendering the opinion -- 6. Computer attacks -- 7. Computers as tools for evil -- 8. Computer tools and the forensic examination -- 9. Presenting digital evidence in court.

Abstract:

"This book equips readers with an understanding of how computer crime occurs and what to do when it is found and suspected. Industry expert Michael Sheetz prepares professionals with solid coverage in order to identify, manage, and successfully exploit the computer forensic process."--BOOK JACKET.

Subject Term:

Computer crimes -- Investigation.

Copies:

Available:*

Library	Material Type	Item Barcode	Shelf Number	Copy	Status
Searching... 1:IIEMSA	1:GEN-BOOK	33168025431863	363.25 S541C 2007	2	Searching... Unknown

Bound With These Titles

On Order

Summary

Would your company be prepared in the event of:

* Computer-driven espionage
* A devastating virus attack
* A hacker's unauthorized access
* A breach of data security?

As the sophistication of computer technology has grown, so has the rate of computer-related criminal activity. Subsequently, American corporations now lose billions of dollars a year to hacking, identity theft, and other computer attacks. More than ever, businesses and professionals responsible for the critical data of countless customers and employees need to anticipate and safeguard against computer intruders and attacks.

The first book to successfully speak to the nontechnical professional in the fields of business and law on the topic of computer crime, Computer Forensics: An Essential Guide for Accountants, Lawyers, and Managers provides valuable advice on the hidden difficulties that can blindside companies and result in damaging costs.

Written by industry expert Michael Sheetz, this important book provides readers with an honest look at the computer crimes that can annoy, interrupt--and devastate--a business. Readers are equipped not only with a solid understanding of how computers facilitate fraud and financial crime, but also how computers can be used to investigate, prosecute, and prevent these crimes.

If you want to know how to protect your company from computer crimes but have a limited technical background, this book is for you. Get Computer Forensics: An Essential Guide for Accountants, Lawyers, and Managers and get prepared.