Computer Forensics For Dummies is a nuts-and-bolts how-to guide that shows readers how to prepare for and conduct computer forensics investigations in actual practice. Readers will learn the current state of computer forensics methods, software, tools, and equipment that are generally accepted by law enforcement, the FBI, the courts, and regulatory agencies.

Topics covered will include:

• Basics of computer forensics investigations and e-evidence
• Finding and filtering data
• E-mail and Web-based forensics
• Mobile forensics
• Passwords and encryption
• New forms of e-evidence: VoIP, voicemail, legacy mainframes, databases
• Working with the courts