Forensic Computer Investigation

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This paper examines the field of forensic computer investigations which is effectively used to trace illegal and unethical activities of employees, as well as tracking down various cyber-related criminals. Forensic computer investigation is a scientific approach to legal investigations and is used when trying to find evidence against those suspected of criminal activities. Forensic computer investigations are also used when trying to recover accidentally deleted or lost data. This paper details the various methods of collecting, preserving and analyzing forensic evidence.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Approach to Forensic Investigation
Interviewing and Examining the Evidence
Collection and Protection of the Evidence
Preparing for Analysis
Concluding the Investigation
Works Cited

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"The first step in a forensic computer analysis is to interview the investigators and the victims of a particular investigation. Interviews with the investigators and the victims help the analyst to gain a deeper understanding of the incident, learn about the results of investigation, about the views and concerns of the victims and the true nature of the incident. In addition to this, the analyst should also gather information about the information system or the computer involved in the incident, the suspects and the most probable lawsuit to be filed. Although, interviews are a preliminary step and often do not require too much allocation of time but they are the most important aspect of an investigation because they form the basis for the overall investigation."

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