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digital forensiCs tool kit
puttogether the puzzle that is digital forensics. Visual analysis tools are discussed in
more detail in the mobile forensics chapter.
Secured Storage
An examiner needs a safe and secure way to transport devices back to the lab. Blankets
and seat belts are the poor man’s way to transport, whereas padded Pelican® cases are
the preferred method. is has the added advantage of being weatherproof and pro-
viding some degree of shock protection should something be dropped.
Once in the lab, the devices need a secure place to be stored. is may be a secured
room, a safe, storage locker, or some combination. How storage is handled is one of the
most important aspects of a case, because the chain of custody can be a weak point ...