Digital Forensics Explained, Second Edition, edited by Greg Gogolin, delves into the comprehensive lifecycle of conducting digital forensic examinations on both mobile and computer devices. This book is meticulously designed to guide readers through the entire process, from planning and executing an investigation to report writing and testifying in court. Through case studies involving corporate, civil, and criminal situations, it provides insights from both prosecution and defense perspectives.

Highlighting the complexities of deficient cyber security practices, this edition covers essential topics such as adhering to the scientific method, addressing legal and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate tools and techniques for investigation planning, incident response strategies, case project management, and authorization procedures. Additionally, it explores emerging areas like social media and internet forensics, cloud computing challenges, anti-forensic tactics, link analysis, visual examination, and psychological considerations.

Written by Greg Gogolin, PhD, CISSP, a Professor of Information Security and Intelligence at Ferris State University and a licensed Professional Investigator with over 100 case experiences in criminal, civil, and corporate environments, this book serves as an indispensable resource for academics, law enforcement professionals, legal practitioners, and cybersecurity experts. Case reviews include scenarios such as cyber security breaches, anti-forensic challenges, child exploitation investigations, and social media forensics.