Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Computer Forensics 101

Hi Folks,
Hope you enjoy this blog, as I'll be focusing more about Computer Forensics and Computer Security Related issues. So, let's start with the basic term of "Computer Forensics". Basically, it involves obtaining, examining and analyzing digital information which will be used for evidence in civil, criminal, or administrative cases. In general, computer forensics investigates all data that can be retrieved from the hard disk or other digital storage media.

So, one needs to have some knowledge on how to recover data that users have hidden or deleted data, decipher data, examine the suspect data to determine details such as origin and content, and apply laws to computer practice, etc. In most cases, Computer Forensics involve some technical skills on how computer network operates, broad knowledge of different type of operating systems, and how to operate range of different machines (Unix, IBM, Apple, etc). Bottom line, you need to keep yourself updated with the latest technologies used in different computer environments.

Okay guys, I'll be keep posting more about this matter. Check this blog frequently.

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