Exploring the Dark Web: The Role of Forensics in Digital Crime Tracking
The internet is vast—far beyond what we see on search engines. Beneath the surface lies the Dark Web , an encrypted part of the internet where illegal activities like drug trafficking, cyber fraud, identity theft, and human exploitation often flourish. As cybercrimes rise globally, the role of forensic science in digital crime tracking has become crucial. In this context, forensic science courses are evolving rapidly to equip the next generation of digital crime fighters. The Growing Threat of the Dark Web The Dark Web operates on specialized software such as Tor, which anonymizes user identity and location. While not all activities on the Dark Web are illegal, it’s often a hotspot for criminal activity. Law enforcement agencies across the globe are now turning to digital forensics to unmask cybercriminals hiding behind layers of encryption. Digital Forensics: The New-Age Crime Solver Digital forensics is a branch of forensic science that involves the identification, preser...