The Study represents a ‘snapshot’ in time of crime prevention and criminal justice efforts to prevent and combat cybercrime. 

It paints a global picture, highlighting lessons learned from current and past efforts, and presenting possible options for future responses. While the Study is, by title, a study on ‘cybercrime’, it has unique relevance for all crimes. As the world moves into a hyper-connected society with universal internet access, it is hard to imagine a ‘computer crime’, and perhaps any crime, that will not involve electronic evidence linked with internet connectivity. Such developments may well require fundamental changes in law enforcement approach, evidence gathering, and mechanisms of international cooperation in criminal matters.