Cybercrime: The Transformation of Crime in the Information Age David S. Wall is an English-language study book that examines the impact of digital developments on crime. This book focuses on professionals and students who want to gain insight into the transformation of crime in the information age.
The author analyzes the differences between cybercrime and traditional crime and discusses how digital technologies have expanded and democratized criminal opportunities. The influence of specialized networks on the scale and risk of cybercrime is covered in depth. In addition, the book addresses the legal and policy challenges faced by national and international legal systems.
This reference work combines up-to-date technological and criminological insights and is suitable for courses in the social sciences and computer science. Topics such as corporate crime and white-collar crime are also included.
Series: Crime and Society