Guide to Computer Forensics and
Investigations (5th Edition) - Exam
Notes
Chapter 1: Understanding the Digital Forensics Profession and
Investigations
This chapter introduces digital forensics, its history, related disciplines, and types of
investigations. It covers the legal framework and professional conduct for investigators.
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Chapter 2: The Investigator’s Office and Laboratory
Covers setting up a forensics lab, equipment selection, security, accreditation, and staff
duties.
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Chapter 3: Data Acquisition
Explains storage formats, acquisition methods, tools, and validation techniques for forensic
images.
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Chapter 4: Processing Crime and Incident Scenes
Focuses on evidence identification, collection, documentation, and chain of custody.
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Chapter 5: Working with Windows and CLI Systems
Describes Windows file systems, registry, and command-line tools.
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Chapter 6: Current Digital Forensics Tools
Overviews various forensic tools (software & hardware) for analysis and investigation.
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Chapter 7: Linux and Macintosh File Systems
Explores Linux and Mac file systems and tools for analyzing them.
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Chapter 8: Recovering Graphics Files
Explains methods for recovering deleted graphics files and dealing with graphic file formats.
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Chapter 9: Digital Forensics Analysis and Validation
Covers analyzing evidence and validating results to ensure integrity.
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Chapter 10: Virtual Machine Forensics, Live Acquisitions, and Network
Forensics
Discusses analyzing VMs, capturing live data, and performing network forensics.
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Chapter 11: E-mail and Social Media Investigations
Details techniques for investigating email and social media evidence.
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Chapter 12: Mobile Device Forensics
Focuses on techniques and tools for mobile phone forensic analysis.
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Chapter 13: Cloud Forensics
Introduces cloud computing and discusses approaches to cloud-based evidence collection.
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Chapter 14: Report Writing for High-Tech Investigations
Provides guidance on writing forensic reports for courts and organizations.
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Chapter 15: Expert Testimony in Digital Investigations
Prepares forensic experts for presenting evidence and giving testimony.
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Chapter 16: Ethics for the Expert Witness
Covers ethical considerations and professional responsibilities for forensic investigators.
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