There are various types of computer forensic examinations. Each deals with a specific aspect of information technology. The main types include the following:
Database forensics. The examination of information contained in databases, both data and related metadata;
Email forensics. The recovery and analysis of emails and other information contained in email platforms, such as schedules and contacts;
Malware forensics. Sifting through code to identify possible malicious programs and analyzing their payload. Such programs may include Trojan horses, ransomware or various viruses;
Memory forensics. Collecting information stored in a computer's random access memory (RAM) and cache;
Mobile forensics. The examination of mobile devices to retrieve and analyze the information they contain, including contacts, incoming and outgoing text messages, pictures and video files;
Network forensics. Looking for evidence by monitoring network traffic, using tools such as a firewall or intrusion detection system