Entries tagged computer forensics

What’s the Future of Computer Forensics?

Published: Jan 1st, 2010 | Author: Alex Bhaswara Add Comment

A student asked me an interesting question today, regarding what I foresee in the field of computer forensics in the coming years: 5, 10, & 50. Here's the question, my answer - and, dear reader, I'd love to hear your comments.

Mr. Burgess,

I would like to thank you again for taking the time to speak with me. I would like to ask you another question if you don't mind, it is regarding the future challenges and/or issues in the field of computer forensics. In your expert opinion, how do you see it 5, 10, and 50 years from now? I am looking forward to your response. (more...)

The Danger of Cyber Crimes

Published: Dec 1st, 2009 | Author: Alex Bhaswara Add Comment

Computers and internet are the most common tools we use in our daily life. All the important and useful information are found in the computer and internet which can help everyone in any case. However, certain knowledge in this electronic field can also cause some people from becoming the victims of cyber crimes.

Cyber crime is also called computer crime, high tech crime or electronic crime. This type of crime is generally referred to the criminal activity which is caused by the computer or network. (more...)

How to Be a Qualified Computer Forensics Specialist

Digital Forensics Specialists are required by today's world to determine the root cause of hackers' attacks, protect corporate image as well its assets and collect evidence for legal proceeding. In order to be a qualified digital forensics, you need to obtain a degree qualification in computer forensics or any degree related to computer science, criminal justice or engineering.

Besides academic qualification, in order to be a qualified and competent professional, attending training courses is compulsory. At the moment, due to the high demand for digital forensics experts, there are many courses, either online or offline, offered through colleges and universities. These schools offer the most structured and hands-on learning to educate the future investigators. (more...)

The Challenges Faced by the Computer Forensics Experts

Computer forensics has emerged to be one of the fast growing fields in the past few years due to the increasing of computer crimes. These crimes are actually criminal activities committed through computer systems and the internet.

The wide spread use of personal computers in both businesses and the homes have facilitated many computer fraud and cyber crimes. There are more and more challenges faced by the computer forensics experts when they are handling computers for legal purposes. (more...)

Obtaining Computer Forensics and Cyber Crime Degree Online

Do you have great interest in computer forensics? If yes, let's start this career by obtaining a degree qualification in this field. If you feel that attending classes is troublesome, you can pursue this course online without attending to the campus.

To obtain a degree qualification online, you are advised to enroll yourself to one of the well known universities that offer accredited programs such as American Intercontinental University, Kaplan University, South University and Virginia College. A typical computer forensic online degree program includes coursework in computer technology and criminal justice. Courses in related fields like psychology or sociology are also required. On the other hand, another important component of the program is the lab work. It is essential in providing the students with solid hands-on practice and experience to gather and examine evidence. (more...)