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4. Python and Live Investigation/Acquisition

Chet Hosmer1 
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Longs, SC, USA
 

Searching is the mainstay of digital investigation. What has changed over the past decade is the vast amount of data to search, the various types of content to search, and the type of information that is needed to connect the dots of specific criminal activity.

Today, digital data is connected to all criminal activity. Using this data to understand (and potentially prove) the motive, opportunity, and/or means to commit the crime is paramount. In many cases, we can utilize this data to develop a profile of a suspect(s) and predict future activities. In addition, we can discover ...

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