Computer Forensics JumpStart

Description:

Launch Your Career in Computer Forensics--Quickly and Effectively
Written by a team of computer forensics experts, Computer Forensics JumpStart provides all the core information you need to launch your career in this fast-growing field:
* Conducting a computer forensics investigation
* Examining the layout of a network
* Finding hidden data
* Capturing images
* Identifying, collecting, and preserving computer evidence
* Understanding encryption and examining encrypted files
* Documenting your case
* Evaluating common computer forensic tools
* Presenting computer evidence in court as an expert witness

 

Table of Contents:

Introduction.

Chapter 1: The Need for Computer Forensics.

Chapter 2: Preparation?What to Do Before You Start.

Chapter 3: Computer Evidence.

Chapter 4: Common Tasks.

Chapter 5: Capturing the Data Image.

Chapter 6: Extracting Information from Data.

Chapter 7: Passwords and Encryption.

Chapter 8: Common Forensics Tools.

Chapter 9: Pulling It All Together.

Chapter 10: How to Testify in Court.

Appendix A Answers to Review Questions.

Appendix B Forensics Resources.

Appendix C Forensics Certifications.

Appendix D Forensics Tools.

Glossary.

Index.