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Computer Forensics: The Key to Solving the Crime Lisa Oseles INSS 690 Term 1 7 October 2001 loseles@ Table of Contents A. Abstract B. Introduction C. What is Computer Forensics? D. Background E. Trends and Types of Cyber Crime F. Roles of a Computer in a Crime G. Acquisition of Evidence H. Examination of Evidence I. Utilization of Evidence J. Weaknesses in the Process K. Conclusion L. References A. Abstract The continuing technological revolution in communications and information exchange has created an entirely new form of crime, cyber crime. Cyber crime has forced the computer and law enforcement professions to develop new areas of expertise and avenues of collecting and analyzing evidence. This has developed into a science called computer forensics. The process of acquiring, examining, and applying digital evidence is crucial in the success of prosecuting a cyber criminal. With the continuous evolution of technology, it is difficult for law enforcement and computer professionals to stay one step ahead of the technologically savvy criminals. To effectively combat cyber crime, greater emphasis must be placed in the computer forensic field of study, including but not limited to financial support, international guidelines and laws, and training of the professionals involved in the process. B. Introduction Computer technology has advanced by leaps and bounds in recent years. Businesses are increasingly utilizing these technological advancements to improve their business operations and market potential. We, as consumers, can pay our bills online; order anything from books to groceries to automobile tires online; we can even try on clothing. Internally, businesses use such technological tools as wireless LANs, WANs, and palm pilots to share data and information, netmeetings and VTCs to coordinate project efforts, and data warehouses to store their continuously growing data bank. With this vast amount of important and sensitive data flowing around in cyber space