Knowledge Needed for Computer Forensics Analysis

To conduct computer forensics, a certain background body of knowledge is required, just as with traditional forensics. For example, you cannot examine DNA without some basic education in blood and genetics. This applies to computer forensics as well. You must have an understanding of the systems you are examining in order to successfully examine them.

This chapter assumes that you have a basic understanding of computer hardware, software, and operating systems. This section briefly discusses the highlights of these areas that you need to know. If you find you are lacking in one or more areas, you should take some time to brush up on these topics before continuing. For many readers, these items ...

Get System Forensics, Investigation, and Response, 3rd Edition now with the O’Reilly learning platform.

O’Reilly members experience books, live events, courses curated by job role, and more from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers.