
Before we create our forensic virtual machine, let's talk about the process, and tools we will need.
All the tools are freely available and may be downloaded at the sites listed below. The course videos will provide further details about the tools as well.
This module shows students how to set up Virtualbox for a SIFT Workstation.
This modules demonstrates how to install Ubuntu 16.04 onto your virtual machine. This version on Linux is required for the SIFT Workstation.
In this module we finish up a few Ubuntu installation tasks and make ready to create our SIFT Workstation.
This module addresses needed additions and modifications to the Ubuntu systems to optimize it's use as a forensic system.
This module shows the steps to create a SIFT Workstation. The method shown is the new installation procedure using the Sift CLI (Command Line Interface).
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Once completed you have a fully operational forensic virtual machine.
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Updated for the new SIFT CLI Method
This class will teach you how to create a forensic virtual machine using freely available tools. Follow step-by-step instructions to set-up your virtual hardware, install Ubuntu Linux (version 16.04) and install the new SIFT Workstation.
The SIFT workstation is a pre-made computer forensic platform loaded with Linux-based forensic tools. Take advantage of one the best computer forensic platforms available and have it at the ready as a virtual machine for when you need it.