Full title in original language:
Dark Web
Education level:
University University (18+ years)Topic / subtopic:
Cybercrime Cybercrime investigationTarget audience:
Students,
Teachers / Lecturers
Type of resource:
Publication / Article
Languages:
English
Region of relevance:
Global
Access:
open access
Individual authors:
Kristin Finklea
Publication year:
2017
Published by:
Congressional Research Service
Copyright holder:
© Congressional Research Service
Contact name and address:
Congressional Research Service
Contact website:
Key themes:
cyber, cybercrime, forensic, investigation, dark web
Links:
Short description:
This report illuminates information on the various layers of the Internet, with a particular focus on the Dark Web. It discusses both legitimate and illicit uses of the Dark Web, including how the government may rely upon it. Throughout, the report raises issues that policy makers may consider as they explore means to curb malicious activity online.