Write Blocker Definition

root@forensics:~$ open_glossary_term

WRITE BLOCKER

A write blocker is hardware or software used to help prevent changes to source media during forensic acquisition.

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Write Blocker

A write blocker is hardware or software used to help prevent changes to source media during forensic acquisition.

It supports evidence integrity when collecting from drives and removable media.

Avoid connecting evidence drives casually to everyday computers before imaging.

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