Computer Forensics or Rick Steves Austria and the Alps DVD 2000 2007

Computer Forensics: Principles and Practices

Author: Linda Volonino

Master the techniques for gathering electronic evidence and explore the new frontier of crime investigation.

 

 

The demand for computer forensics experts greatly exceeds the supply. With the rapid growth of technology in all parts of our lives, criminal activity must be tracked down and investigated using electronic methods that require up-to-date techniques and knowledge of the latest software tools. Authors Linda Volonino, Jana Godwin, and Reynaldo Anzaldua share their expertise to give you the legal, technical, and investigative skills you need to launch your career in computer forensics. You can also use Computer Forensics: Principles and Practices  to help you advance in careers such as criminal justice, accounting, law enforcement, and federal investigation.

 

Computer Forensics: Principles and Practices gives you in-depth understanding of:

• Using the correct investigative tools and procedures to maximize effectiveness of evidence gathering.
• Keeping evidence in pristine condition so it will be admissible in a legal action.

·         Investigating large-scale attacks such as identity theft, fraud, phishing, extortion, and malware infections.

• The legal foundations for proper handling of traditional and electronic evidence such as the Federal Rules of Evidence and Procedure as well as the Fourth Amendment and other laws regarding search warrants and civil rights.
• Practical tools such as FTK, EnCase, Passware, Ethereal, LADS, WinHex, GIMP,Camouflage, and Snort.

 

This book is filled with tools to help you move beyond simply learning concepts and help you apply them. These tools include:

·         In Practice tutorials: Apply concepts and learn by doing.

·         Exercises and Projects: Assignments show you how to employ your new skills. 

• Case Studies: Apply what you learn in real-world scenarios.

 

The companion Web site (prenhall.com/security) includes:

·         Additional testing materials and projects to reinforce book lessons.

·         Downloadable checklists and templates used in the book.

·         Links to additional topics and resources to assist you in your professional development.

 

 

 

 

Table of Contents:

Contents in Brief

 

PART ONE: Admissibility of Electronic Evidence ........................1

1. Forensic Evidence and Crime Investigation ......................................3
2. Computer Forensics and Digital Detective Work ..............................38

 

PART TWO: Preparing for E-Evidence Collection

and Preservation ....................................................................79

1. Tools, Environments, Equipment, and Certifications ..........................81
2. Policies and Procedures..............................................................120
3. Data, PDA, and Cell Phone Forensics ..........................................157

 

PART THREE: Forensic Examination of Computers

and Digital and Electronic Media ......................................193

1. Operating Systems and Data Transmission Basics for Digital

Investigations ............................................................................195

1. Investigating Windows, Linux, and Graphics Files ........................236
2. E-Mail and Webmail Forensics ....................................................282

 

PART FOUR: Detecting Intrusions, Malware, and Fraud ........317

1. Internet and Network Forensics and Intrusion Detection ..................319
2. Tracking Down Those Who Intend to Do Harm on a Large Scale ....348
3. Fraud and Forensic Accounting Investigation ................................372

 

PART FIVE: Legal, Ethical, and Testimony Topics....................405

1. Federal Rules and Criminal Codes ..............................................407
2. Ethical and Professional Responsibility in Testimony ......................436

 

Appendix A: Online Resources ....................................................467

Appendix B: Government and Legal References ..............................472

Appendix C: Sample Legal Forms, Letters, and Motions ....................478

Appendix D: Summaries of Court Cases ........................................504

Glossary ..................................................................................508

References ................................................................................516

Index ......................................................................................523

 

 

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Rick Steves' Austria and The Alps DVD 2000-2007

Author: Rick Steves

This is the only DVD that includes all five half-hour “Rick Steves’ Europe” TV shows on Austria and the Alps, produced from 2000 to 2007: Vienna, Salzburg and Surroundings, Alps of Austria and Italy, Alps of France and Switzerland, and The Best of the Alps—Switzerland’s Jungfrau Region. The running time is two hours and 30 minutes. Filmed on location by America's most popular travel guidebook writer, Rick Steves' DVDs offer one great escape after another, from Europe's most thrilling cities to its charming, little-known villages. These DVDs are of the highest broadcast quality (NTSC format, all region compatible), with closed-captioning. Each DVD is packaged in a durable Amaray case with on-location cover photos and complete program details.