The NCCS was staffed with Agents knowledgeable and competent in computer systems who were available to investigate computer crimes throughout the United States. In view of the fact that many computer crimes are international in scope, the FBI planned and hosted the first International Computer Crimes Conference in Charleston, S. C. , in May 1992, which was attended by investigators from seven countries. CART is a specialized group of forensic examiners with the technical expertise and resources to examine computers, networks, storage media and computer-related materials in support of FBI investigations. Since the establishment of the NCCS, the number and severity of computer intrusion incidents investigated by the FBI have increased significantly. In late 1995, additional regional computer crimes squads were created in New York and San Francisco.
Computer crimes can both be criminal and affect national security.
Because of the FBI's dual law enforcement and counter intelligence mission, the FBI is uniquely positioned to address these matters. The FBI is creating computer investigation teams in each of its 56 field offices that will respond to computer incidents within their geographical area of responsibility. With the new NSTL issue, our squads and teams have investigative responsibility for criminal violations involving computer networks and national security implications of such incidents. The IPTF includes representatives of the Department of Defense, National Security Agency and other agencies. Over 300 participants attended including 100 representatives of 39 foreign countries.