OSINT Tips: The power of the internet

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OSINT Tips: The power of the internet

In a series of tips about how to use open source intelligence for crime investigations, Neil Smith says the importance and power of the internet for officers must not be underestimated.

Date - 28th April 2014
By - Neil Smith

If you are interested in using the internet as an investigative tool then there is a way to get on-line with a cheap standalone system. There are links on the software page of our website at www.uk-osint.net which could help.If a fleet manager only...

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OSINT Tips: How videos speed up crime investigations

In a series of tips about how to use open source intelligence for crime investigations, Neil Smith explains how important video upload sites are to officers as a source of information and the benefits of website monitoring services.

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