ITN 267                                                                                                                   Assignment 14

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Chapter 15 – Computer Forensics & Investigations

1. Define computer forensics and digital evidence.
2. Explain how the following modes of investigation, media analysis, code analysis, and network analysis, differ under different situations.
3. Explain the consequences of improper data collection methods on evidence admissibility.
4. Define Locard’s exchange principal.
5. Summarize the five steps of the investigative process, detailing any important considerations at each step.
6. Can a person be compelled to provide their password or encryption key? Explain.
7. Detail the chain of custody.
8. Explain the silver platter doctrine.
9. Discuss how the 4^th Amendment defines how the government can collect and monitor data.
10. Detail how the Electronic Communications Privacy Act defines how the government can collect and monitor data.
11. Summarize the Wiretap Act.
12. Are computer generated records admissible in court? Explain your answer.