Petersen Introduction to Surveillance Studies

1. Auflage 2012
ISBN: 978-1-4665-6471-8
Verlag: Taylor & Francis
Format: EPUB
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)

E-Book, Englisch, 416 Seiten

Surveillance is a divisive issue—one might say it is inherently controversial. Used by private industry, law enforcement, and for national security, it can be a potent tool for protecting resources and assets. It can also be extremely invasive, calling into question our basic rights to freedom and privacy. Introduction to Surveillance Studies explores technological trends, past- and present-day rationales for surveillance and surveillance devices, and current social issues surrounding them.
The book begins with a brief historical perspective on the evolution of surveillance technologies, then charts the development of modern-day devices from the invention of radar to the dawn of the Internet. Next, it describes emerging technologies—including GIS, GPS devices, Google Maps, biometric technology, surveillance cameras, global satellites, miniaturization of devices, and social media—that are challenging notions of privacy and the right of access to information. While focusing on the technology, the book also discusses surveillance as a phenomenon and what these technologies mean to our understanding of freedom, privacy, and the impact of technology on communications and the structure of society.

Enhanced with numerous photos, the book presents the pros and cons—and some of the controversy—of these increasingly sophisticated technologies, their collective impact, and what the future may hold. It is ideal for those new to surveillance; security, military, and law enforcement professionals who utilize surveillance technologies; and students of privacy, constitutional freedom, journalism, and sociology.

Zielgruppe

Security professionals, investigative professionals, privacy advocates, and students in surveillance technology courses.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Petersen, J.K.

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Elektronik | Nachrichtentechnik Elektronik Überwachungstechnik
• Mathematik | Informatik EDV | Informatik Technische Informatik Computersicherheit Datensicherheit, Datenschutz
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftssektoren & Branchen Dienstleistungssektor & Branchen Sicherheitsgewerbe

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction & Overview
Introduction
Brief History of Surveillance
Technologies & Techniques
Optical Surveillance
Aerial Surveillance
Audio Surveillance
Radio-Wave Surveillance
Global Positioning Systems
Sensors
Computers & the Internet
Data Cards
Biochemical Surveillance
Animal Surveillance
Biometrics
Genetics
Practical Considerations
Prevalence of Surveillance
Effectiveness of Surveillance
Freedom & Privacy Issues
Constitutional Freedoms
Privacy Safeguards & Intrusions
Resources
References
Glossary
Index

Über Autor(innen)

J.K. Petersen has been a computer and telecommunications educator, consultant, and writer for over 25 years, observing the emergence of consumer electronics into the mainstream since hobbyist days.