Description:
Since the September 11th attacks, the scientific and engineering communities have been called upon to help the world respond to security challenges. This volume focuses on multidisciplinary problem analysis and systems engineering approaches to security. It presents a comprehensive survey of state-of-the-art methods for the surveillance and protection of citizens and critical infrastructure against both natural and deliberate threats. The first section analyzes technical issues related to surveillance. Next, the book examines legislative, organization, and management issues with a specific emphasis on privacy concerns. Finally, the contributors discuss innovative solutions and new research topics garnering heightened attention.
Review Quotes:
The objective of this book entitled Effective Surveillance for Homeland Security: Balancing Technology and Social Issues, edited by Francesco Flammini, Roberto Setola, and Giorgio Franceschetti is to discuss the various technological aspects related to homeland security solutions. ... focuses on privacy and other related social issues, which are of conflicting interests with the surveillance operations necessary for the working of homeland security solutions.--Jaydip Sen, Senior Scientist, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.