Computers and the Law

QUESTIONS:
- What are computer crimes?
- What statutes govern computers use and abuse?
- How was computer crimes dealt with in the past?
ESSAY:
The widespread use of Information Technology has created new opportunities for computer crimes. A computer crime, obviously involves using a computer, can be in the form of hacking, software piracy, planting viruses or storing/distributing inappropriate pornographic images to name just a few. Below and in the following pages you will find more detailed information about a few of the most common computer crimes.
When you think of computer crimes…