Computer based forensics also known as forensic imaging is the process used to make a complete copy of all accessible data on a specified device on any storage format in or with the device.

E.g. a hard drive on a computer or a flash memory card on a mobile device or camera.

The original media known as “primary evidence” is not modified and instead the copy (also known as “working copy”) is used to allow a lawful investigation thus not contaminating the original material.

There are many common types of investigation that can be conducted from civil to criminal investigations

• Inappropriate Internet usage.
• Intellectual property theft.
• Unauthorised access to computer or network data.
• Online identity theft.
• Matrimonial disputes.
• Fraud.
• Copyright issues.
• Libel actions.
• Verification of a Police expert’s evidence.
• Computer misuse act offences.
• Employment tribunal cases.

With all investigations a written report is provided to document all findings.