Digital Forensic 4

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Due Date: 11:59 pm EST Sunday of Unit 4

Points: 100

Overview:

In today’s world, Windows and Mac rule the daily user’s digital devices. When it comes

to the mobile device field, HFS and Linux file systems are the dominant file structures

organizing your data. The digital forensic examiner needs to have a basic

understanding of these file structures to properly analyze these devices. Based on what

you have learned in this unit, write an essay demonstrating your understanding of the

following:

Instructions:

• Define the HFS and Linux File Systems.

• Give at least two examples of digital devices associated with each file system.

• List the differences and similarities of each system.

Requirements:

• Maximum of two pages in length, excluding the Title and Reference pages.

• APA format, including an in-text citation for referenced works.

• Reference at least two credible sources.

Be sure to read the criteria by which your work will be evaluated before you write

and again after you write.

CRJ326 – Digital Forensics

HFS and Linux File Structures

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Evaluation Rubric for HFS and Linux File Structures Assignment

CRITERIA Deficient Needs

Improvement Proficient Exemplary

0 - 11 points 12 - 15 points 16 - 19 points 20 points

Definition of HFS and Linux File Systems

Only one or two of the file systems are defined, or the content is missing.

Both file systems are defined but missing significant key details.

Both file systems are defined but missing some key details.

Both file systems are fully defined.

0 - 14 points 15 - 19 points 20 - 24 points 25 points

File System Differences

Only one of the file systems is discussed, or significant content is missing.

Both of the file systems are discussed but missing significant key details.

Both of the file systems are addressed but missing some key details.

Both file systems are thoroughly addressed.

File System Similarities

Only one of the file systems is mentioned, or the content is missing.

Both file systems are addressed but missing significant key details.

Both file systems are addressed but missing some key details.

Both file systems are thoroughly addressed.

0 - 8 points 15 points

Digital Devices Less than two devices are identified for one or both systems.

n/a n/a At least two devices are identified for each system.

0 - 2 points 3 points 4 points 5 points

Resources 1 or no resources. n/a n/a At least 2 resources.

Length More than 2 pages.

n/a n/a No more than 2 pages.

Clear and Professional Writing and APA Format

Errors impede professional presentation; guidelines not followed.

Significant errors that do not impede professional presentation.

Few errors that do not impede professional presentation.

Writing and format are clear, professional, APA compliant, and error-free.