Computer Forensics: Principles and Practices (Paperback)

~ (Author), Reynaldo Anzaldua (Author), Jana Godwin (Author)

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For introductory and intermediate courses in computer forensics, digital investigations, or computer crime investigation By applying information systems, computer security, and criminal justice principles and practices to crime investigations and other legal actions, this text teaches students how to use forensically-sound methodologies and software to acquire admissible electronic evidence (e-evidence) with coverage of computer and email forensics, cell phone and IM forensics, and PDA and Blackberry forensics.

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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 (www.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.

 

 

 

 

Product Details

• Paperback: 552 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (August 31, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0131547275
• ISBN-13: 978-0131547278
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #152,229 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, December 13, 2007

By	Federico Lozano Jr. "ghostdog" (Texas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I highly recommend this book for beginners and experienced forensics experts. It talks about all possible situations you could encounter from a technological and legal stand point. This book really prepares you for how to be ready for the field and explains everything in a really friendly way. The book is a very easy read but is specific and isn't vague like other books I have read. You can literally keep reading and not have to take a break.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Practical and usefull, October 20, 2007

By	David F. Aviles (Weslaco, TX United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Computer Forensics: Principles and Practices is a great teaching tool for forensic investigators of all skill levels. For a beginner, the book takes you through the investigative process from A to Z and doesn't leave out the more advanced and complicated processes of data carving, email reconstruction and mobile device analysis.

For the advanced user, there is plenty of information that is both relevant and useful, some of which you may not have seen before. I appreciated this most because of the specific processes outlined and the tools that were described. I am a big fan of books that can help you apply examples to your own processes, something this book does very well.

Everything from A to Z, this book provides excellent material focusing on process and step-by-step analysis using the latest tools available.

3.0 out of 5 stars A revision is in order., September 24, 2009

By	Michael W. Graves "Tech Writer" (Burlington, Vermont) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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You can't really blame the publishers. By the time a book about computer technology is in print, it's already out of date. This one is no different. A couple of key points seemed to be missing (such as locking down USB devices in the registry and a decent discussion of Linux utilities). Subjects are glossed over, but not discussed in detail. I have other books that are better that are significantly less money.