How do you define forensic computing?

The correct answer is A. It is the science of capturing, processing, and investigating data security incidents and making it. Forensic computing (also called digital forensics or computer forensics) is best defined as the science of capturing, processing, and investigating data from computing systems in a manner suitable for use in legal proceedings. It combines technical skills with legal…

Submitted by weili_xi· Apr 18, 2026Computer Forensics in Today's World

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AIt is the science of capturing, processing, and investigating data security incidents and making it
BIt is a methodology of guidelines that deals with the process of cyber investigation
CIt Is a preliminary and mandatory course necessary to pursue and understand fundamental
DIt is the administrative and legal proceeding in the process of forensic investigation

How the community answered

(34 responses)

A
88% (30)
B
6% (2)
C
3% (1)
D
3% (1)

Explanation

Forensic computing (also called digital forensics or computer forensics) is best defined as the science of capturing, processing, and investigating data from computing systems in a manner suitable for use in legal proceedings. It combines technical skills with legal requirements to collect, preserve, analyze, and present digital evidence. The other options describe related but narrower concepts: option B describes a methodology, option C implies it is merely a preliminary course, and option D refers only to the legal/administrative aspect - none of which fully captures the discipline as a whole.

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