Tactical Features of Computer Device Examination During The Investigation of Fraud Committed Using The Internet

Abstract

This article examines the tactical features of computer device inspection as a key element in investigating fraud committed via the Internet. Special attention is given to the preparatory stage, which includes preliminary analysis, determining the range of technical tools, involving specialists, and ensuring adequate technical support. The study reveals the specifics of computer data examination, features of working with metadata, digital traces, and the recovery of deleted files, as well as tactical aspects of interaction with cloud storage and remote resources. It also addresses the legal framework for obtaining legally protected information, the procedure for documenting results, and the requirements for ensuring the integrity of evidence.

The study concludes that the effectiveness of computer device inspections in investigating internet fraud depends on a comprehensive approach that combines technical, procedural, organizational, and tactical components. Such integration makes it possible not only to identify and document digital evidence but also to ensure its admissibility and evidentiary value in criminal proceedings.