computer forensics, is the application of scientifically proven methods to gather, process, interpret, and to use digital evidence to provide a conclusive description of cyber crime activities. Cyber forensics also includes the act of making digital data suitable for inclusion into a criminal investigation.
Today cyber forensics is a term used in conjunction with law enforcement, and is offered as courses at many colleges and universities worldwide.
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