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What types of Internet crimes are specifically addressed by the Investigative Services Bureau?

Online harassment and cyberbullying
Phishing and malware distribution
Exploitation of minors, fraud, threats, and dissemination of child pornography (correct)
Identity theft and hacking

What is the requirement for detectives involved in online investigations regarding their online accounts?

They should use online accounts with their real identities
They must use online accounts with undercover identities registered and paid for with department funds (correct)
They can use personal online accounts if necessary
They need to create new online accounts for each investigation

What should detectives avoid when performing online investigations?

Engaging with suspects online
Using personal online accounts for investigations (correct)
Using sterile computers designated by the Department
Disclosing their undercover identity to colleagues

What type of computers must be used for online investigations?

Computers designated by the Department and set up as sterile computers (D) Signup and view all the answers

In what manner should detectives maintain their identity while involved in online investigations?

Maintain an undercover identity in accordance with departmental procedures (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using sterilized media in the online investigation?

To prevent contamination of the retrieved information (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it imperative to release information only on a need-to-know basis?

To protect the security of employees involved, especially undercover law enforcement officers (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who is allowed to conduct online investigations, according to the text?

Department detectives who have received instruction in conducting online investigations (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can employees utilize fictitious accounts for online activities?

For department-related activities with supervisor approval (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using fictitious accounts in online investigations?

To obtain criminal intelligence information (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why should employees never attempt to communicate with individuals using fictitious accounts without supervisory approval?

To protect their own identity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for time and date stamping and saving all online chat logs during an investigation?

To maintain an accurate record for forensic analysis (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for employees to log into authorized fictitious accounts only from department-issued devices and Internet connections?

To prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of utilizing sterilized media to store information retrieved from a computer’s hard drive?

To maintain the integrity of the retrieved information for forensic analysis (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why should online investigations be conducted in a secure location?

To protect sensitive information from public viewing (A) Signup and view all the answers

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