Critical Analysis: Network Forensics Research Paper Assessment Answers

Internal Code: 1ICBE

Topic: Network Forensics Assignment

Introduction This is an individual assessment. Discussing among your fellow classmates, discussion forums, and in the class is encouraged, however, the work that you submit must be your own work. You are required to write a research paper of publication quality in the broad theme of Internet of Things (IoT). There are three milestones in this assessment as indicated in Section 1. Milestones 1 and 2 are there to help you keep on track and provide you with the opportunity to obtain further feedback from the lecturer. Milestone 3 marks the final submission deadline. Task

• Research the area for a suitable topic of interest in the context of Network Forensics. This is to help you focus and scope your research to a specific area for the paper. Draft an initial Abstract and submit to the lecturer before the deadline for Milestone 1. This will help you obtain feedback and direction on how to proceed. You will need approval before proceeding.

The abstract should be 250-500 words in length. Please note, this abstract is not the same as the one you will have in the final paper. This is more like an outline of what you propose to research for the paper.

• Your paper should be of publication quality. The following are specific things you should be aware of:
  1. Broad coverage of the research topic.
  2. Use of authoritative sources for references, including: books, journals, conference proceedings, whitepapers (technology vendors), technical blogs and articles (reputed and established in the area of research). This also means the proper referencing.
  3. Flow of ideas and arguments.
  4. Use of tables and figures to present relevant information.
  5. Use of language (grammar, spelling, and punctuation).
  6. Consistent formatting. The following is a format you may use (scroll to bottom of the page and use the TEMPLATE provided):
• Your paper should cover the following areas:

1. 1. Background: The major concepts and related technologies must be listed and described with some historical perspective of how/why they first came to be. Your reflection on how these concepts/technologies are related (if any) is desired.
   2. State-of-the-art: The most recent developments in the chosen area of research must be described. Any similarities, differences, advantages, and/or disadvantages must be contrasted. Critical analysis, i.e. in addition to restating what the literature has provided, your own thoughts and reflection on the issues based on facts is encouraged.

Current and future challenges: What challenges stakeholders face in your area of research presently and potentially in the future? What are the consequences due to these challenges? Critical analysis and proposing potential solutions for these challenges is encouraged. Legal and ethical issues: What are the legal and ethical issues from a network forensics perspective? Describe these with suitable examples of previous incidents or cases. Critical analysis of these issues is encouraged.

1. Send your first draft as per Milestone 2 for feedback. This will not be assessed but strongly recommended. Feedback will be provided with 2 working days. Any major issues will be identified and broad comments will be provided on how to improve your paper. Do not request for any potential marks at this stage.
2. Only submit in Word document format for feedback and final submission.
3. Make sure you submit on time as per Milestone 3.
4. Refer to the marking criteria in Section 4 to find out how you can meet the expected requirements of the assessment.