Cybercrime: Digital Forensic Investigations (Computer Science)

This text covers the introduction to digital forensic investigations while applying the rules of evidence and procedure specific to digital evidence. Includes techniques covering Windows, Linux, and Macintosh platforms and digital forensics in network, mobile, and Cloud investigations.

The strategy for this text is to introduce cybercrime, computer law and the application of the rules of evidence and procedure related to digital investigations. The text also covers the technical aspects of the investigation which includes an examination of the digital evidence, managing the investigation, and presentation of the evidence in the courts. The text includes case studies that are used to reinforce learning. Completing the text will provide the student with a practical hands-on approach to conducting computer investigations involving electronic evidence.

Features:
• Covers the technical aspects of the investigation which includes an examination of the digital evidence, managing the investigation, and presentation of the evidence in the courts
• Includes techniques covering Windows, Linux, and Macintosh platforms and digital forensics in network, mobile, and Cloud investigations
• Uses latest software and hardware to conduct digital investigations
• Companion DVD includes forensic software, cases, resources

Brief Table of Contents:
1. Introduction to Digital Forensic Investigations. 2. The Forensic Investigators Lab Environment. 3. Computer Law. 4. Building a Forensic Investigators Tool Box. 5. Securing and Processing the Scene. 6. Understanding Windows Files Systems. 7. Working with Macintosh and Linux File Systems. 8. Digital Evidence Validation and Analysis. 9. Exploring E-mail Forensic Analysis. 10. Working with Mobile Devices. 11. Network Forensics. 12. Cyber Forensics in the Cloud. 13. Legal, Privacy, Intellectual Capital Issues in the Cloud. 14. Court Room Preparation and Testimony.