Computer forensics is the process of methodically examining computer media (harddisks, diskettes, tapes, etc.) for evidence. In other words, computer forensics is thecollection, preservation, analysis, and presentation of computer-related evidence. Computer forensics also referred to as computer forensic analysis, electronic discovery,electronic evidence discovery, digital discovery, data recovery, data discovery, computeranalysis, and computer examination. Computer evidence can be useful in criminal cases, civil disputes, and human resources/employment proceedings.