Working Inside the Box: An Example of Google Desktop Search in a Forensic Examination

Authors

Timothy J. LaTulippe

Prior Publisher

The Association of Digital Forensics, Security and Law (ADFSL)

Abstract

Information and the technological advancements for which mankind develops with regards to its storage has increased tremendously over the past few decades. As the total amount of data stored rapidly increases in conjunction with the amount of widely available computer-driven devices being used, solutions are being developed to better harness this data. These types of advancements are continually assisting investigators and computer forensic examiners. One such application which houses copious amounts of fruitful data is the Google Desktop Search program. Coupled with tested and verified techniques, examiners can exploit the power of this application to cater to their investigative needs. This paper includes a real world case example of these techniques and its subsequent outcome.

References

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Recommended Citation

LaTulippe, Timothy J. (2011) "Working Inside the Box: An Example of Google Desktop Search in a Forensic Examination," Journal of Digital Forensics, Security and Law: Vol. 6 , Article 2.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15394/jdfsl.2011.1104
Available at: https://commons.erau.edu/jdfsl/vol6/iss4/2