Hacking a Terror Network

Descriptions:

Written by a certified Arabic linguist from the Defense Language Institute with extensive background in decoding encrypted communications, this cyber-thriller uses a fictional narrative to provide a fascinating and realistic "insiders look" into technically sophisticated covert terrorist communications over the Internet. The accompanying CD allows readers to "hack along" with the story line, by viewing the same Web sites described in the book containing encrypted, covert communications.

An American agent works with allies to discover the intent of a mysterious plot. Potential terrorist planning activities are hidden everywhere, but remain unseen. Only with the use of the most modern of technology and a little help from watchful citizens is there a chance to uncover the plot before someone gets hurt. As the terrorist break new ground in covert communication, agents must stretch their intelligence and imagination to understand how the terrorists are working together, who is in charge, and what the targets are.

Follow along with American agents by examining real covert communication, captured and stored on the included CDROM as this fictional story takes place. Browse the same websites used by the terrorists and examine the same images that could hold the key to saving the lives of thousands of people. Learn to see the hidden messages inside the Covert Channels used by the terrorists to plan their attacks.