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Digital evidence is not fragile in nature.
The correct answer is B. False. False. Digital evidence IS fragile in nature. It can be easily altered, corrupted, or destroyed by improper handling, powering on a device, writing new data, malware, electromagnetic interference, or even the act of investigation itself. This fragility is precisely why strict…
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Digital evidence is not fragile in nature.
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- ATrue
- BFalse
How the community answered
(29 responses)- A7% (2)
- B93% (27)
Explanation
False. Digital evidence IS fragile in nature. It can be easily altered, corrupted, or destroyed by improper handling, powering on a device, writing new data, malware, electromagnetic interference, or even the act of investigation itself. This fragility is precisely why strict forensic procedures (write blockers, forensic imaging, hash verification, chain of custody) are required to preserve its integrity and admissibility in legal proceedings.
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