EnCase Computer Forensics, includes DVD: The Official EnCE: EnCase Certified Examiner Study Guide

EnCE certification tells the world that you‘ve not only mastered the use of EnCase Forensic Software, but also that you have acquired the in–depth forensics knowledge and techniques you need to conduct complex computer examinations. This official study guide, written by a law enforcement professional who is an expert in EnCE and computer forensics, provides the complete instruction, advanced testing software, and solid techniques you need to prepare for the exam.

Note: CD–ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

New to this edition:

• The companion DVD include an evaluation version of the EnCase software and sample evidence files, as well as the EnCase Legal Journal, which highlights the most recent legal issues relating to computer forensics. Also included is the Sybex Test Engine, complete with all the chapter review questions an two bonus EnCE practice exams, as well as  100 electronic flashcards and a PDF of the entire book.
• The EnCE certification is recognized by both the law enforcement and corporate communities as a symbol of in–depth forensics knowledge.
• IDC predicts the market for computer forensics will more than double by 2009. Starting salaries in the field can range as high as $85,000–$100,000.
• Written by leading law enforcement computer forensics specialists and EnCase trainer Steve Bunting.
• Includes the EnCase Legal Journal, which is essential for any forensics investigator who needs to operate within the law and give expert testimony.

From the back cover:

Fully revised for the very latest EnCE exam and EnCase software

EnCE certification tells the world that you‘ve not only mastered the use of EnCase Forensic Software, but also that you have acquired the in–depth forensics knowledge and techniques you need to conduct complex computer examinations. This official study guide, written by a law enforcement professional who is an expert in EnCE and computer forensics, provides the complete instruction, advanced testing software, and solid techniques you need to prepare for the exam.

Key topics include:

• Understanding Computer Hardware. Understanding computer components, boot processes, partitions, and files systems, so you can explain them to a jury

• First Response. What to do and how to follow procedures when first entering a scene

• Acquisition of Digital Evidence. Creating EnCase boot disks; booting with EnCase boot disks; and drive–to–drive, network cable, FastBloc, Linen, and Enterprise acquisitions

• EnCase Forensic Software Overview. Tour of EnCase environment including software, menus, and capabilities

• Report Writing. Sample reports from real–life cases (names changed)

• EnCase Legal Journal. Essential information on operating within the law and giving expert testimony

Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives.

About the Author:

Steve Bunting, EnCE, CCFT, is a Captain with the University of Delaware Police Department where he is responsible for computer forensics, video forensics, and investigations involving computers. With over 30 years of experience in law enforcement, Steve has conducted computer forensic examinations for local, state, and federal agencies and has testified in court on numerous occasions as a computer forensics expert. He is coauthor of Mastering Windows Network Forensics and Investigation (Sybex).