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- The Linux Operating System is becoming more popular every day due to its cost and availability. As in any operating system investigation, there are certain things that the investigator must look for, discuss these files and logs.
- How would you conduct an investigation of a Linux system?
- Apple Macintosh Operating System is also one of the top operating systems used. It differs from all of the other operating systems in many ways. Discuss how you would investigate an apple system, discuss the tools used and the files, logs and file systems.
Forum Grading Criteria Maximum Points Appropriate use of terms, correct spelling and grammar 16 Uses external resources validating position with applicable knowledge 16 Participation in forum with well-formed answers and conclusions 48 Posting to fellow classmates 20 Total Points: 100
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Running head: SYSTEMS FORENSICS
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Systems Forensics
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SYSTEMS FORENSICS
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Systems forensics
1. Files and logs to investigate in Linux
/etc/inittab: This is a file that stores the boot sequence, which then can be used to show logins
into a system.
/root: This is a file that stores information of a particular user, which means that a user account
can be monitored through it.
/sbin: This file holds the binary and advanced files. During an attack, some advanced files are
used a...
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