Includes bibliographical references (p. 301-302) and index.

The system forensics landscape. Introduction to forensics ; Overview of computer crime ; Forensics methods and labs -- Technical overview: system forensics tools, techniques, and methods. Collecting, seizing, and protecting evidence ; Understanding techniques for hiding and scrambling information ; Recovering data ; E-mail forensics -- Windows forensics ; Linux forensics ; Macintosh forensics ; Mobile forensics ; Performing network analysis -- Incident response and resources. Incident and intrusion response ; Trends and future directions ; System forensics resources.

"Completely revised and rewritten to keep pace with the fast-paced field of Computer Forensics! Computer crimes call for forensics specialists, people who know how to find and follow the evidence. System Forensics, Investigation, and Response, Second Edition begins by examining the fundamentals of system forensics, such as what forensics is, the role of computer forensics specialists, computer forensic evidence, and application of forensic analysis skills. It also gives an overview of computer crimes, forensic methods, and laboratories. It then addresses the tools, techniques, and methods used to perform computer forensics and investigation. Finally, it explores emerging technologies as well as future directions of this interesting and cutting-edge field. New and key features of the Second Edition: Examines the fundamentals of system forensics; Discusses computer crimes and forensic methods; Written in an accessible and engaging style; Incorporates real-world examples and engaging cases."--Publisher.