Emergent Information Technologies And Enabling Policies For Counter Terrorism

Author : Robert L. Popp,John Yen
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 486 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2006-04-28
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780471786559

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Emergent Information Technologies and Enabling Policies for Counter-Terrorism by Robert L. Popp,John Yen Pdf

Explores both counter-terrorism and enabling policy dimensions of emerging information technologies in national security After the September 11th attacks, "connecting the dots" has become the watchword for using information and intelligence to protect the United States from future terrorist attacks. Advanced and emerging information technologies offer key assets in confronting a secretive, asymmetric, and networked enemy. Yet, in a free and open society, policies must ensure that these powerful technologies are used responsibly, and that privacy and civil liberties remain protected. Emergent Information Technologies and Enabling Policies for Counter-Terrorism provides a unique, integrated treatment of cutting-edge counter-terrorism technologies and their corresponding policy options. Featuring contributions from nationally recognized authorities and experts, this book brings together a diverse knowledge base for those charged with protecting our nation from terrorist attacks while preserving our civil liberties. Topics covered include: Counter-terrorism modeling Quantitative and computational social science Signal processing and information management techniques Semantic Web and knowledge management technologies Information and intelligence sharing technologies Text/data processing and language translation technologies Social network analysis Legal standards for data mining Potential structures for enabling policies Technical system design to support policy Countering terrorism in today's world requires innovative technologies and corresponding creative policies; the two cannot be practically and realistically addressed separately. Emergent Information Technologies and Enabling Policies for Counter-Terrorism offers a comprehensive examination of both areas, serving as an essential resource for students, practitioners, researchers, developers, and decision-makers.

Author : Nakamatsu Kazumi,Jain Lakhmi C
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 680 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-18
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9789814489164

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The Handbook On Reasoning-based Intelligent Systems by Nakamatsu Kazumi,Jain Lakhmi C Pdf

This book consists of various contributions in conjunction with the keywords “reasoning” and “intelligent systems”, which widely covers theoretical to practical aspects of intelligent systems. Therefore, it is suitable for researchers or graduate students who want to study intelligent systems generally.

Author : David Skillicorn
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2008-11-13
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1420074008

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Knowledge Discovery for Counterterrorism and Law Enforcement by David Skillicorn Pdf

Most of the research aimed at counterterrorism, fraud detection, or other forensic applications assumes that this is a specialized application domain for mainstream knowledge discovery. Unfortunately, knowledge discovery changes completely when the datasets being used have been manipulated in order to conceal some underlying activity. Knowledge Discovery for Counterterrorism and Law Enforcement operates from the premise that detection algorithms must be rethought to be effective in this domain, and presents a new approach based on cutting-edge analysis for use in adversarial settings. Reveals How Criminals Conceal Information This volume focuses on four main forms of knowledge discovery: prediction, clustering, relationship discovery, and textual analysis. For each of these application areas, the author discusses opportunities for concealment that are available to criminals and reveals some of the tactics that can aid in detecting them. He reviews what is known about the different technologies for each area and evaluates their effectiveness. The book also supplies a preview of technologies currently under development and describes how they will fit in to existing approaches to knowledge discovery. Provides Proactive Formulas for Staying One Step Ahead of Adversaries While all knowledge-discovery systems are susceptible to manipulation, designers and users of algorithmic systems who are armed with the knowledge of these subversive tactics are better able to create systems to avoid these vulnerabilities. This book delineates an effective process for integrating knowledge-discovery tools, provides a unique understanding of the limits of the technology, and contains a clear presentation of the upsides and pitfalls of data collection. It is a powerful weapon in the arsenal of anyone confronting the increasingly sophisticated tactics employed by lawbreakers and other unsavory individuals.

Author : Theodore J. Gordon,Elizabeth Florescu,Jerome C. Glenn,Yair Shanan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Terrorism
ISBN : 1614997470

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Identification of Potential Terrorists and Adversary Planning by Theodore J. Gordon,Elizabeth Florescu,Jerome C. Glenn,Yair Shanan Pdf

Never before have technological advances had so great an impact on security--not only increasing the nature and level of threats, but also for the possibility of providing the means to address the threats. Technologies that could increase security include ubiquitous and omnipresent surveillance systems, the use of new algorithms for big data, improving bio- and psycho-metrics, and artificial intelligence and robotics. Yet trustworthy and reliable partners and an active and alert society remain sine qua non to reduce terrorism. "To my mind, this publication is one of the best studies of modern terrorism and what to do about it that we have at our disposal. So I am confident that it will find a wide readership, not only in academic or think tank circles, but even more importantly, among policy makers and government officials. They stand to benefit most and they can afford least of all to ignore the important conclusions and recommendations that this wise publication has provided."Jamie SHEADeputy Assistant Secretary General, Emerging Security Challenges Division, NATO

Author : Frank Shanty
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 989 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2012-08-17
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9798216066873

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Counterterrorism by Frank Shanty Pdf

This two-volume set examines modern nation-state legislative, diplomatic, military, and non-military attempts to combat terrorism within and outside state borders. The articles which comprise this comprehensive reference work address counterterrorism efforts employed by the international community prior to and following the events of September 11, 2001. Global terrorism in the 21st century threatens the foundations of secular democracies and directly challenges global security thereby raising new and critical issues that transcend national borders. This two-volume reference carefully examines threats such as Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) terrorism, agro-environmental terrorism, and energy-related terrorism, and discusses technologies and strategies—such as the use of biometrics, data mining, information systems, psychological profiling, and terrorists rehabilitation efforts—to mitigate these threats. Counterterrorism: From the Cold War to the War on Terror provides an easy-to-read discussion of some of the principal issues involved in combating contemporary terrorism. Information is presented in non-technical language, making it appealing to the general reader as well as a solid reference for undergraduate college students and researchers. Following each article are references to other articles of interest and a comprehensive index facilitates access to specific subject material. The second volume includes a compilation of significant national and international treaties, laws, conventions, and protocols that have been implemented in an attempt to counter these ongoing threats to domestic and international security.

Author : Committee on the Role of Information Technology in Responding to Terrorism
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2003-02-21
Category : Computers
ISBN : STANFORD:36105121769447

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Information Technology for Counterterrorism by Committee on the Role of Information Technology in Responding to Terrorism Pdf

This report focuses on the high-impact catastrophic dimensions of terrorism on information technology with the events of September 11 serving as a backdrop. Two short term recommendations are proposed to protect the nation's communications and information systems as well as several long term. The report also notes the importance of considering how an IT system will be deployed to maximize protection against and usefulness in responding to attacks.

Author : Anwitaman Datta,Stuart Shulman,Baihua Zheng,Shou-De Lin,Aixin Sun,Ee-Peng Lim
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 357 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10-12
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783642247033

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Social Informatics by Anwitaman Datta,Stuart Shulman,Baihua Zheng,Shou-De Lin,Aixin Sun,Ee-Peng Lim Pdf

This book constitutes the proceedings of the Third International Conference on Social Informatics, SocInfo 2011, held in Singapore in October 2011. The 15 full papers, 8 short papers and 13 posters included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 68 full paper and 13 poster submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections named: network analysis; eGovernance and knowledge management; applications of network analysis; community dynamics; case studies; trust, privacy and security; peer-production.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Science and Technology for Countering Terrorism
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2002-09-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780309182720

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Making the Nation Safer by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Science and Technology for Countering Terrorism Pdf

Vulnerabilities abound in U.S. society. The openness and efficiency of our key infrastructures â€" transportation, information and telecommunications systems, health systems, the electric power grid, emergency response units, food and water supplies, and others â€" make them susceptible to terrorist attacks. Making the Nation Safer discusses technical approaches to mitigating these vulnerabilities. A broad range of topics are covered in this book, including: Nuclear and radiological threats, such as improvised nuclear devices and "dirty bombs;" Bioterrorism, medical research, agricultural systems and public health; Toxic chemicals and explosive materials; Information technology, such as communications systems, data management, cyber attacks, and identification and authentication systems; Energy systems, such as the electrical power grid and oil and natural gas systems; Transportation systems; Cities and fixed infrastructures, such as buildings, emergency operations centers, and tunnels; The response of people to terrorism, such as how quality of life and morale of the population can be a target of terrorists and how people respond to terrorist attacks; and Linked infrastructures, i.e. the vulnerabilities that result from the interdependencies of key systems. In each of these areas, there are recommendations on how to immediately apply existing knowledge and technology to make the nation safer and on starting research and development programs that could produce innovations that will strengthen key systems and protect us against future threats. The book also discusses issues affecting the government's ability to carry out the necessary science and engineering programs and the important role of industry, universities, and states, counties, and cities in homeland security efforts. A long term commitment to homeland security is necessary to make the nation safer, and this book lays out a roadmap of how science and engineering can assist in countering terrorism.

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Select Committee on Intelligence
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Electronic surveillance
ISBN : UCSD:31822030281406

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Modernization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act by United States. Congress. Senate. Select Committee on Intelligence Pdf

Author : Nasrullah Memon,Jonathan David Farley,David L. Hicks,Torben Rosenorn
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2009-08-25
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783211094426

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Mathematical Methods in Counterterrorism by Nasrullah Memon,Jonathan David Farley,David L. Hicks,Torben Rosenorn Pdf

Terrorism is one of the serious threats to international peace and security that we face in this decade. No nation can consider itself immune from the dangers it poses, and no society can remain disengaged from the efforts to combat it. The termcounterterrorism refers to the techniques, strategies, and tactics used in the ?ght against terrorism. Counterterrorism efforts involve many segments of so- ety, especially governmental agencies including the police, military, and intelligence agencies (both domestic and international). The goal of counterterrorism efforts is to not only detect and prevent potential future acts but also to assist in the response to events that have already occurred. A terrorist cell usually forms very quietly and then grows in a pattern – sp- ning international borders, oceans, and hemispheres. Surprising to many, an eff- tive “weapon”, just as quiet – mathematics – can serve as a powerful tool to combat terrorism, providing the ability to connect the dots and reveal the organizational pattern of something so sinister. The events of 9/11 instantly changed perceptions of the wordsterrorist andn- work, especially in the United States. The international community was confronted with the need to tackle a threat which was not con?ned to a discreet physical - cation. This is a particular challenge to the standard instruments for projecting the legal authority of states and their power to uphold public safety. As demonstrated by the events of the 9/11 attack, we know that terrorist attacks can happen anywhere.

Author : W. Y. Ishimoto
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 660 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UOM:39015040708904

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Terrorism and Counterterrorism Methods and Technologies by W. Y. Ishimoto Pdf

Author : David Alejandro Pelta,Natalio Krasnogor,Dan Dumitrescu,Camelia Chira,Rodica Lung
Publisher : Springer
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2011-10-29
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642240942

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Nature Inspired Cooperative Strategies for Optimization (NICSO 2011) by David Alejandro Pelta,Natalio Krasnogor,Dan Dumitrescu,Camelia Chira,Rodica Lung Pdf

Biological and other natural processes have always been a source of inspiration for computer science and information technology. Many emerging problem solving techniques integrate advanced evolution and cooperation strategies, encompassing a range of spatio-temporal scales for visionary conceptualization of evolutionary computation. The previous editions of NICSO were held in Granada, Spain (2006), Acireale, Italy (2007), Tenerife, Spain (2008), and again in Granada in 2010. NICSO evolved to be one of the most interesting and profiled workshops in nature inspired computing. NICSO 2011 has offered an inspiring environment for debating the state of the art ideas and techniques in nature inspired cooperative strategies and a comprehensive image on recent applications of these ideas and techniques. The topics covered by this volume include Swarm Intelligence (such as Ant and Bee Colony Optimization), Genetic Algorithms, Multiagent Systems, Coevolution and Cooperation strategies, Adversarial Models, Synergic Building Blocks, Complex Networks, Social Impact Models, Evolutionary Design, Self Organized Criticality, Evolving Systems, Cellular Automata, Hybrid Algorithms, and Membrane Computing (P-Systems).

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on the Judiciary
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Computers
ISBN : PSU:000058938591

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Balancing Privacy and Security by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on the Judiciary Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1422320251

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Balancing Privacy & Security: The Privacy Implications of Government Data Mining Programs: Congressional Hearing by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anthony Masys
Publisher : Springer
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2014-11-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319088198

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Disaster Management: Enabling Resilience by Anthony Masys Pdf

The present work will discuss relevant theoretical frameworks and applications pertaining to enabling resilience within the risk, crisis and disaster management domain. The contributions to this book focus on resilience thinking along 4 broad themes: Urban Domain; Cyber Domain; Organizational/Social domain; and Socio-ecological domain. This book would serve as a valuable reference for courses on risk, crisis and disaster management, international development, social innovation and resilience. This will be of particular interest to those working in the risk, crisis and disaster management domain as it will provide valuable insights into enabling resilience. This book will be well positioned to inform disaster management professionals, policy makers and academics on strategies and perspectives regarding disaster resilience.