A unique and comprehensive overview of the field and its current issues, Cybercriminology analyzes cybercrimes through the lens of criminology. Featuring an accessible, conversational writing style, it first discusses traditional criminological theories of criminal behavior and then analyzes how these theories--the existing literature and empirical studies--can be applied to explain cybercrimes. The text also introduces students to types of cybercrime, the nature and extent of cybercrime in the U.S. and abroad, and victim and offender behavior in the online environment. FEATURES * Real-world case studies and examples demonstrate the extent and complexity of cybercriminology * Boxed features present compelling research topics and scenarios * Review questions stimulate classroom discussions * An Ancillary Resource Center contains an Instructor's Manual, a Test Bank, and PowerPoint lecture outlines

"Cybercriminology is a concise examination of all aspects of cybercrime, how such crimes are committed, who commits them, and the impact they have on society and technology. It is a well-written criminologist study of each component of cybercrime." - Michael G. Overholt, La Roche College

"The use of current examples allows students to apply their real-world knowledge and frame of reference to course materials. The writing style is articulate, straightforward, and clear and has appeal for all audiences." - Brooke E. Miller, University of North Texas

"This text is an important framing of the emerging work in the criminology of cybercrime, using the traditional criminological tradition." - Timothy Buzzell, Baker University