Top 5 Homeland Security and Privacy Books

National defense and homeland security are not directly related to computer and network security, but the security of the core infrastructure that provides the digital backbone for the country is relevant to homeland security. These are books related to homeland security as well as surveillance and data privacy issues.

1. Beyond Fear

This book by Bruce Schneier is an excellent look at the trade-offs between risk and security that every citizen should read to understand better what "security" they are getting in exchange for giving up their freedoms and civil liberties.

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2. Black Ice

Dan Verton has written an excellent book which demonstrates how interdependent and vulnerable the infrastructure of the United States is to cyber-terrorism.

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3. Database Nation

A review of the compelling book Database Nation from O'Reilly. Simson Garfinkel describes the loss of privacy being perpetuated by technology.

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4. Myth of Homeland Security

Marcus Ranum has put together an intelligent and engaging look at the state of national security in America. Highlighting issues and concerns- this book is a joy to read and will leave you questioning just how secure our Homeland Security really is.

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5. The Soft Cage

The Soft Cage by Christian Parenti provides a detailed and compelling look at surveillance over the past 100 years or so. It will make you think about how some of the modern "conveniences" can also be used to track and monitor your actions.

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