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Storage Media and Forensic Analysis
Hello Everyone!
Recently I've been pondering the past and thinking about the future. I think of the day I have a conversation with some youngster about 35mm film this, videotape that and then I hear the dreaded words: what's film? what's videotape?
In the digital era, storage formats have come and gone. Some may remember punch cards developed in the 1950s. Others may remember the first use of magnetic tape for data storage during the 1960s. The first real mainstream data storage success though was the floppy disk. Starting at 8 inches in size in the 1970s and shrinking to the 3 1/2 inch size that grew in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s, floppy disk usage was widespread. During those years, who would have thought that 1.44 MB of data storage wasn't enough? With CDs, DVDs, and ever expanding hard drive capacities, the floppy disk has found itself as a format of the past.
Today Forensic Imaging and Video Analysts are generating huge amounts of data. All this data needs to be stored and archived for access at a later date. Each Analyst should have an archival plan. This plan needs to account for the anticipated amount of data to be generated, the time period for required for storing that data, and the type of media to be used for storage. Using the floppy disk as a lesson from the past, the media needs to have the life expectancy to withstand the necessary time for storage as well as the means to be accessed in the future.
For more information on archiving in a forensic environment, check out the Scientific Working Group on Imaging Technologies' Best Practices for Archiving Digital Multimedia Evidence by clicking here.
The production of working copies, storage and archiving policies are also discussed in several of our classes including Adobe Photoshop for Forensic Video Analysts, Forensic Video Analysis for Avid - Level 1, and Forensic Digital Photography.More information on these classes and our other class offerings is available in this email below or on our website at www.resvid.com. Remember we limit our class sizes to ensure you get a personal training experience - contact us today to reserve your seat!
I'll see you in class!
Dorothy
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Dorothy Stout
Resolution Video Inc.
www.resvid.com
703-759-7803
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Adobe Photoshop for Forensic Video Analysts
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 Adobe Photoshop CS3 is a valuable tool for the examination and clarification of video evidence. Adobe Photoshop for Forensic Video Analysts is a 4-day class designed to introduce and build upon the necessary image processing skills for analog and digital video evidence.
Taught by two leading industry experts, George Reis and Casey Caudle, this class is an excellent opportunity for students new to Adobe Photoshop as well as experienced analysts. Topics include the forensic analysis workflow, pixel aspect ratio corrections, custom filters for de-blurring, sharpening and pattern elimination, and color isolation techniques.
Where & When
Broomfield Police Department
Broomfield, CO (near Denver)
July 28 - 31, 2008
Cost
$895.00
Registration
Click here for more information and to access our on-line registration form.
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Forensic Video Analysis for Avid - Level 1
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 Learn practical analysis and enhancement techniques using the Avid system! This three-day class focuses on what you need to know for everyday examinations of video evidence. Multiple hands-on exercises on real video evidence ensure you understand and can apply these forensic examination techniques.
One of our previous students stated: " With your class, I can
better utilize the tools in the Avid system and feel confident in my
abilities. You really taught us practical applications."
This class is appropriate for people who are new to the Avid system as well as those people in need of a refresher. For more information and to register, click here.
Where & When
4 SEATS REMAINING - REGISTRATION DEADLINE JULY 11, 2008
Lakewood Police Department
Lakewood, WA (near Seattle/Tacoma, WA)
July 28 - 30, 2008
Cost
$895.00
Registration
Click here for more information and to access our on-line registration form.
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Forensic Digital Photography
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 With the digital camera you use to document incidents and crime scenes, gain
practical experience in forensic photography and photo problem solving. This
two-day class is full of exercises allowing you to see what works and what
doesn't!
Forensic Digital Photography covers such
topics as correcting bad exposures, fill flash, and common photography scenarios
such as night time, indoor, injuries, computers and cell phones. If you use a
digital camera for investigative documentation, this class is a must.
Where & When
Kent Police/Fire Training Center
Kent, WA (near Seattle)
September 3 - 4, 2008
Cost
$425.00
Registration
Click here for more information and to access our on-line registration form.
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Adobe Photoshop for Forensics
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 Adobe Photoshop CS3 and Adobe Bridge are valuable image editing applications for
forensic analysis. Using them properly so that the results are acceptable in
court is critical!
Adobe Photoshop for Forensics is
recommended for anyone using Adobe Photoshop or another image editing
application for forensic image analysis. In this three-day hands-on workshop,
you will be introduced to the key features of Adobe Photoshop CS3 and Adobe
Bridge for the analysis of crime scene photos, latent prints, tire and footwear
impressions, toolmarks, questioned documents and video evidence.
Where &
When
MBTA Transit Police
Boston, MA
September 22 - 24, 2008
Cost
$625.00
Registration
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Digital Video and Adobe Photoshop
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 Learn techniques for processing and enhancing digital video evidence from recovery to image clarification. This four-day class provides effective techniques for the recovery, playback and analysis of video file as well as image processing techniques using Adobe Photoshop.
The first two days of Digital Video and Adobe Photoshop covers processes for handling codecs and players, file conversion techniques, and video file processing tools. The next two days covers image clarification techniques for digital video images using Adobe Photoshop CS3. After taking this class, many students remark "This class changed my approach to digital video evidence!"
Where & When
Pittsburg Police Department
Martinez, CA (near San Francisco)
October 28 - 31, 2008
Cost
$895.00
Registration
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Forensic Video Analysis - Level 1
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 Understanding
video evidence is critical for Forensic Video Analysis. With the basic knowledge of the technology behind digital and analog video evidence,
the proper tools can be used to deliver the best evidence. Forensic Video Analysis - Level 1 delivers the details about video evidence technology and the tools available for analysis.
This class was designed to meet the needs of three types of students:
- Students who are new to Forensic Video Analysis and are looking to develop a capability and purchase equipment
- Students
who already have equipment but are in need of updated training on
analog and digital video technologies and the latest tools for analysis
- Students
who are looking for an introductory course on Forensic Video Analysis
prior to taking other basic week-long educational courses
Forensic Video Analysis - Level 1 is a hands-on class with practical, technical
training on processing techniques available to all organizations for
the examination of video evidence.
Where & When
Bakersfield Police Department
Bakersfield, CA
November 18 - 20, 2008
Cost
$895.00
Registration
Click here for more information and to access our on-line registration form.
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