http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Computers-and-Technology:Computer-Forensics EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Out on the Internet you will discover a high various pointers on how to rebuild your Xbox, and they are basically limited in how to, rebuild Microsoft Xbox 360 guides. Even if it has a "cultish" behind among console gamers, various hardcore gamers allow also complained regarding the many difficulties that they come across erstwhile loving their event. ' Tue, 13 May 2008 14:16:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Handbook-On-How-To-Reconstruct-Microsoft-Xbox-360&id=1162011 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Handbook-On-How-To-Reconstruct-Microsoft-Xbox-360&id=1162011 In the field of computer forensics, as in the field of law, procedures in civil cases differ somewhat from those in criminal cases. The collection of data and presentation of evidence may be held to different standards, the process of data collection and imaging can be quite different, and the consequences of the case may have very different impacts. A couple of quick definitions may be in order. Fri, 09 May 2008 11:34:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-Criminal-vs-Civil-Whats-The-Difference?&id=1155206 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-Criminal-vs-Civil-Whats-The-Difference?&id=1155206 On occasion, we all need to know the time and we have a multitude of different devices to tell us it, from our mobile phones and wrist watches to the office wall clock or the chimes on the radio news. But how accurate are all these clocks and does it matter if they are all telling different times? For our day-to-day business it probably doesn't matter too much. Thu, 01 May 2008 16:24:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Killing-Time-The-Importance-Of-Time-Synchronization-In-Criminal-Cases&id=1139506 http://ezinearticles.com/?Killing-Time-The-Importance-Of-Time-Synchronization-In-Criminal-Cases&id=1139506 As your computer gets slower and slower it becomes more and more aggravating. This just doesn't have to be. Here is an easy first step toward isolating the problem and getting your computer back on the fast lane of the information highway! Mon, 28 Apr 2008 11:05:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Repair-Slow-Computer-Speed-and-Start-Racing-Down-the-Fast-Lane-Of-the-Information-Highway&id=1134298 http://ezinearticles.com/?Repair-Slow-Computer-Speed-and-Start-Racing-Down-the-Fast-Lane-Of-the-Information-Highway&id=1134298 A digital forensic investigation is the recovery and analysis of any type of Digital Storage Media (DSM) searching to find potential legally admissible evidence. The type of evidence relevant to theft of trade secrets, theft of or destruction of intellectual property, wrongful termination, domestic cases, embezzlement, fraud, and tragic child pornography investigations. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:49:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Need-To-Conduct-A-Proper-Forensic-Investigation&id=1132281 http://ezinearticles.com/?Need-To-Conduct-A-Proper-Forensic-Investigation&id=1132281 The rate of crimes on internet and networks is increased to an alarming state by hackers, contractors, intruders and employees. Laws are enforced and computer forensics is practiced to avoid and prevent these crimes. Using computer forensics investigators use latest techniques of science and technology to find some evidence against crimes. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:09:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-and-Legal-Aspects&id=1116651 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-and-Legal-Aspects&id=1116651 Computer forensics is the process of using the latest knowledge of science and technology with computer sciences to collect, analyze and present proofs to the criminal or civil courts. Network administrator and security staff administer and manage networks and information systems should have complete knowledge of computer forensics. The meaning of the word "forensics" is "to bring to the court". Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:04:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Importance-of-Computer-Forensics&id=1116636 http://ezinearticles.com/?Importance-of-Computer-Forensics&id=1116636 There is no way to get around it, keeping you registry clean is essential to getting good performance out of your computer. Does it need to be Vista certified to work well on Vista? Does it need to have an optimizer to give you the best performance? These questions are explored in this article! Mon, 07 Apr 2008 15:24:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Microsoft-Registry-Cleaner-Is-Vista-Certified-Best?&id=1091842 http://ezinearticles.com/?Microsoft-Registry-Cleaner-Is-Vista-Certified-Best?&id=1091842 A fierce debate regarding the regulation and licensing of forensic investigators is currently raging in the US. Many states are enacting laws that state only those with a private investigator's license can undertake digital investigations. This has IT professionals up in arms as they feel that the laws allow anyone to claim expertise in a highly specialised field. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:23:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Cybercops-for-Cybercrime&id=1041316 http://ezinearticles.com/?Cybercops-for-Cybercrime&id=1041316 Network intrusion detection systems identify security threats by detecting malicious activity such as scans, denial of service attacks and unauthorised access through the examination of network traffic. They are installed at strategic points on the network to monitor traffic to and from all hosts on the network. Unlike a packet filter or firewall, where a packet filtering decision is made on weather or not to allow traffic to continue, network intrusion detection systems do not interfere with network traffic in any way. In simple terms these systems could be described as a packet sniffer that also analyses the captured packets. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:02:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Introduction-to-Network-Intrusion-Detection-Systems&id=1035092 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Introduction-to-Network-Intrusion-Detection-Systems&id=1035092 Malwares attack and destroy your computer system. Be proactive by protecting your computer systems against them. Install appropriate anti-virus and anti-spyware, create a restore point, create a backup, and educate yourself so you can better defend your expensive computer and protect your privacy and data on the internet. Wed, 05 Mar 2008 15:26:01 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Malwares-Prevent-And-Protect-Against-Malware-Attack&id=1020994 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Malwares-Prevent-And-Protect-Against-Malware-Attack&id=1020994 Spywares spy on your computer system, so you must make sure you protect your PC against these malwares. If you notice constant window pop ups that you did not trigger, or browser homepage that has changed, or a new toolbar installed on your browser and so on, you should perform a spyware scan immediately to get rid of the rogue program before your computer system is hijacked by a hacker. Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:45:53 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?8-Ways-To-Tell-Of-Spyware-Infection&id=1021138 http://ezinearticles.com/?8-Ways-To-Tell-Of-Spyware-Infection&id=1021138 Wherever we go, we leave a physical trace behind, and science can be used to find and identify those traces. The individual nature of these traces can form a trail back to an individual. This characteristic has been used for a surprising length of time which on investigation reveals examples such as the Chinese using fingerprints in the 700s and the re-construction of a newspaper fragment in a murder case in 1784. Wed, 05 Mar 2008 09:18:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Computer-Forensics-Sink-Without-Trace&id=1016750 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Computer-Forensics-Sink-Without-Trace&id=1016750 Some people are concerned about Computer Forensics, as they want their personal information on their computers safe and secure. A few are very concerned especially if they are up to "no good" as they know that their information might get them into really serious trouble and there will be criminal implications. Either way, no one wants to have their data compromised, hacked or open for identity theft right? Well, that is the bad news, I guess, but there is an upside to computer forensics and let me tell you a little story, something that happened to me, that made my day. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 11:11:35 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-Works-Both-Ways!&id=1011962 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-Works-Both-Ways!&id=1011962 Finding cheap computer repair online is easy. You do need to learn the warning signs of bad computer repair companies first. Mon, 18 Feb 2008 14:14:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Cheap-Computer-Repair-Does-Not-Mean-Bad-Computer-Repair&id=991645 http://ezinearticles.com/?Cheap-Computer-Repair-Does-Not-Mean-Bad-Computer-Repair&id=991645 Digital forensics and electronic evidence can uncover data you tried to get rid of or thought was gone. While files are not immortal, they can stick around for a long time. Computers give up their secrets to digital detectives. Mon, 18 Feb 2008 07:45:39 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Does-Digital-Forensics-Matter-to-Me?&id=984646 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Does-Digital-Forensics-Matter-to-Me?&id=984646 The Windows registry is a directory which stores settings and options for the operating system for Microsoft Windows 32-bit versions, 64-bit versions and Windows Mobile. It contains information and settings for all the hardware, operating system software, most non-operating system software, users, preferences of the PC, etc. Whenever a user makes changes to Control Panel settings, file associations, system policies, or installed software, the changes are reflected and stored in the registry. Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:00:47 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Exactly-Is-The-Windows-Registry-And-Why-Should-I-Care?&id=984907 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Exactly-Is-The-Windows-Registry-And-Why-Should-I-Care?&id=984907 Most employers and staff are shocked when they discover that an employee has been executing crimes right under their noses. The thing with white collar crimes is that criminals don't necessarily "look" like criminals and they often proceed for years without being caught. Wed, 06 Feb 2008 09:22:33 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-Computer-Forensics-To-Catch-And-Prosecute-Fraudulent-Employees&id=695638 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-Computer-Forensics-To-Catch-And-Prosecute-Fraudulent-Employees&id=695638 Have you ever had this problem with your computer. Every time you try to open your Internet Explorer to surf the Internet, an error message reads "Failed to get data for 'ad' ", the next thing you see is a dreaded illegal operation box and your Internet Explorer gets shut down. When navigating around My Computer or Control Panels, you get this message although you still can navigate the controls, despite the illegal message error. Thu, 24 Jan 2008 10:20:18 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Trojan-Problems&id=945587 http://ezinearticles.com/?Trojan-Problems&id=945587 A computer forensic examiner is a professional who uses investigative and analytical techniques to be able to provide digital evidence. The International Society of Forensic Computer Examiners is the organization, which provides the CCE or Certified computer Examiner certification for those individuals who would be interested in trying out or making a career in Computer Forensics. This CCE certification is basically provided to be able to advance and make the field of computer forensics more professional. Tue, 08 Jan 2008 14:35:25 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-Examiners&id=916288 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-Examiners&id=916288 The field of computer forensics consultation is emerging and fast growing, as this kind of service is offered to various military groups, governmental agencies, small companies and big corporations. Computer forensics specialists offer services by an independent capacity. This would mean that they are not under any institution or agency as staff. Tue, 08 Jan 2008 14:33:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-Consultants&id=916287 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-Consultants&id=916287 Computer forensics would be the process of the investigation of computer systems through the collection and analysis of computer-related evidence and information to be able to determine any unauthorized or illegal involvement of these evidences in fraudulent activities and other crimes. This fairly new field is already being used by the military, law enforcement, businesses and intelligence agencies. The protocols in computer evidence processing are meticulously observed as it goes through the process, as all findings must be presented in court. Tue, 08 Jan 2008 14:32:33 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Basics-of-Computer-Forensics&id=916285 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Basics-of-Computer-Forensics&id=916285 Despite the increasing sophistication of anti-phishing and spam e-mail filters, there is one rather old-fashioned tool still required to maximize the effectiveness of these tools. An informed human brain is still required to avoid losing valuable information to online thieves. Wed, 12 Dec 2007 09:43:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Not-to-Become-a-Phishing-Accessory&id=877363 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Not-to-Become-a-Phishing-Accessory&id=877363 Life's becoming a little more difficult for lawbreakers, thanks to some new digital technologies. For example, British researchers have developed a fingerprint compression technology that transmits prints from a crime scene to a fingerprint bureau in a fraction of the typical four to 20 minutes. Mon, 10 Dec 2007 12:12:04 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Gotcha!-Computer-Technology-Helps-Catch-the-Bad-Guys&id=870066 http://ezinearticles.com/?Gotcha!-Computer-Technology-Helps-Catch-the-Bad-Guys&id=870066 2007 has undoubtedly been the most successful year for spammers since email launched viruses and worms appeared on the internet. The ever evolving "Storm" worm has continued to baffle attempts at squelching this insidious problem. Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:03:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Storm-of-the-Year&id=834889 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Storm-of-the-Year&id=834889 If you look at a PHP source file you will notice one thing. It's a source file. Not particularly surprising, but think about when you deploy a PHP application, what do you deploy? PHP source files. Now for many other languages; Java, C, etc when you deploy an application you deploy the compiled file. So, the question that you want to ask yourself is this, how much time does a PHP application spend compiling source files vs running the code? I'll answer that for you, a lot. Fri, 26 Oct 2007 12:36:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speeding-PHP-using-APC-PHP-Cache&id=800655 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speeding-PHP-using-APC-PHP-Cache&id=800655 The world started to take notice of hacking as a serious crime or felony when Jonathan James, an American hacker, was first arrested for making intrusions into the Department of Defense computers between August and October 1999. Hacking happens mainly because of poor IT management, lack of control, lack of proper knowledge and exposure, haphazard computer networks, illogical system design, misconfigured systems and applications, etc. The number of readymade hacking applications, tools, code, etc, and their availability in the market are the real enticers to the "would be" hackers. Thu, 11 Oct 2007 13:39:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hacking-What,-When,-And-How?&id=773990 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hacking-What,-When,-And-How?&id=773990 IFR rules restrict landing to a minimum 400 ft above ground level even when the same pilot can fly the plane through zero visibility from take off through descent. For those not familiar with the intricacies of FAA flight regulations-commercial airliners are, like all pilots, permitted to by-pass any control tower's directives when the pilot determines it is safer to "do something different." Mon, 01 Oct 2007 13:37:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?FAA-And-New-Electronics-Ideas&id=755202 http://ezinearticles.com/?FAA-And-New-Electronics-Ideas&id=755202 How does a computer forensics gumshoe protect a damsel in distress from false accusations of sending amorous emails to her employer? Read on for a story of romance, risque magazines, incompetent computer forensics examiners, and the ultimate solution. Mon, 24 Sep 2007 10:51:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-Files-The-Little-Dame-That-Wouldnt-Real-CSI-Cases-from-Burgess-Forensics-14&id=746570 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Forensics-Files-The-Little-Dame-That-Wouldnt-Real-CSI-Cases-from-Burgess-Forensics-14&id=746570 Shutting down windows improperly can leave a system in an unstable state and corrupt important files. Clients should be educated so they understand that if a computer is not shutting down properly, the underlying problem can lead to serious Mon, 24 Sep 2007 09:48:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-To-Solve-Shut-Down-And-Related-Problems&id=746322 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-To-Solve-Shut-Down-And-Related-Problems&id=746322 Copyright 2008 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.