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Guide to Computer Forensics and Investigations

Author(s): Bill Nelson | Amelia Phillips | Christopher Steuart

ISBN: 9789353506261

6th Edition

Copyright: 2019

India Release: 2020

₹850

Binding: Paperback

Pages: 768

Trim Size: 241 x 181 mm

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Providing authoritative information, powerful instructor resources and real-world student applications, Nelson/Phillips/Steuart's GUIDE TO COMPUTER FORENSICS AND INVESTIGATIONS, Sixth Edition delivers the most comprehensive forensics resource available. This proven author team's wide-ranging areas of expertise mirror the breadth of coverage in the text, which focuses on techniques and practices for gathering and analyzing evidence used to solve crimes involving computers and other digital devices. Providing clear instruction on the tools and techniques of the trade, it introduces readers to every step of the computer forensics investigation--from lab setup to testifying in court. It also details how to use current forensics software and provides free demo downloads of popular tools like FTK Imager for use with Case Projects and Hands-On Projects. MindTap Computing is also available.

  • Explains how to manage digital forensics operations in today’s complex business environments.
  • Includes review questions, hands-on projects, and case projects for real-world practice.
  • Features running case studies with links to demoware and free tools for skill application.
  • Uses high-resolution images to visually explain complex concepts like disk anatomy.
  • Provides step-by-step guidance on using popular digital forensics tools.
  • Offers practical advice for handling civil and criminal legal issues involving technology.
  • Covers setting up a forensics lab, selecting tools, and conducting digital investigations.
  • Includes free downloads of current forensics software for hands-on learning.
  • Updated to include Linux, macOS, virtual machines, Android, mobile, and cloud forensics.
  • Adds new content on email, social media, and the Internet of Anything.
  • Enhances end-of-chapter exercises for deeper hands-on engagement and learning.

1. Understanding the Digital Forensics Profession and Investigations.

2. The Investigator's Office and Laboratory.

3. Data Acquisition.

4. Processing Crime and Incident Scenes.

5. Working with Windows and CLI Systems.

6. Current Computer Forensics Tools.

7. Linux Boot Processes and File Systems.

8. Recovering Graphics Files.

9. Digital Forensics Analysis and Validation.

10. Virtual Machine Forensics, Live Acquisitions and Cloud Forensics.

11. Email and Social Media.

12. Mobile Device Forensics and the Internet of Anything.

13. Cloud Forensics.

14. Report Writing for High-Tech Investigations.

15. Expert Testimony in Digital Forensic Investigations.

16. Ethics for the Digital Forensic Examiner and Expert Witness.

Appendix A: Digital Forensics Test References.

Appendix B: Digital Forensics References.

Appendix C: Digital Forensics Lab Considerations.

Appendix D: Digital Forensics Alternative Tools and Methods

Bill Nelson

Bill Nelson has worked for two global Fortune 100 companies in information technologies for more than 32 years, including 18-plus years in corporate digital forensics and information security.

 

Amelia Phillips, Highline Community College

Amelia Phillips is a tenured faculty member at Highline College in Seattle, Washington.

 

Christopher Steuart

Christopher K. Steuart is a practicing attorney maintaining a general litigation practice, with experience in information systems security for a Fortune 50 company and the U.S. Army.