Windows Directories
Certain directories in Windows are more likely than others to contain evidence. Obviously, a technically savvy criminal can erase evidence; however, not all criminals are technically savvy, and even those who are might have missed something. Or, the computer might have been seized before they could erase the incriminating evidence. Although there are many directories on a computer, the following are the most forensically interesting:
C:\Windows documents and settings—This folder is the default location to save documents. A criminal can save documents anywhere on the computer; however, it is a good idea to check this folder.
C:\users—This is where you will find user profile information, documents, pictures, and more for ...
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