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Computer Forensics

ALSO CALLED: Cyberforensics, Forensic Analysis, Forensics, Security Forensics, and Digital Forensics
DEFINITION: Computer forensics, also called cyberforensics, is the application of computer investigation and analysis techniques to gather evidence suitable for presentation in a court of law. The goal of computer forensics is to perform a structured investigation while maintaining a documented chain of evidence  … 
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Cisco PCI Compliance Advisor
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SOFTWARE DEMO: The Cisco PCI Compliance Advisor guides customers through how PCI compliance requirements impact their industry. This demo explores threats, offers solutions, and reviews best practices for PCI compliance.
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Posted: 29 Feb 2008 | Published: 29 Feb 2008
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COMPUTER FORENSICS DEFINITION (continued): …  to find out exactly what happened on a computer and who was responsible for it.

Forensic investigators typically follow a standard set of procedures: After physically isolating the computer in question to make sure it cannot be accidentally contaminated, investigators make a digital copy of the hard drive. Once the original hard drive has been copied, it is locked in a safe or other secure storage facility to maintain its pristine condition. All investigation is done on the digital copy.

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