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Examination

Definition(s):

  A technical review that makes the evidence visible and suitable for analysis; as well as tests performed on the evidence to determine the presence or absence of specific data.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-101 Rev. 1

  A technical review that makes the evidence visible and suitable for analysis; tests performed on the evidence to determine the presence or absence of specific data.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-72

  The second phase of the computer and network forensics process, which involves forensically processing large amounts of collected data using a combination of automated and manual methods to assess and extract data of particular interest, while preserving the integrity of the data.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-86