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What Is DIgItal ForensIcs,
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Introduction
Over the years I have read many technical books that provide screenshots of
particular tools and their operations. Whenever a tool is updated, such books
become obsolete. is book focuses on the methodologies, techniques, resources,
and mind-set that is necessary in understanding the digital forensics process. My
philosophy, and that of my chapter contributors, is that an understanding of the
process is primary. Adapting that understanding to tools and technologies can then
be effectively realized. Attempting to develop high levels of skill with a particular
tool or technology before an understanding of the big picture is attained is short-
sighted and invites error ...