The process of salvaging data from damaged, failed, corrupted or inaccessible primary storage media when it cannot be accessed or viewed normally. Both LOGICAL and PHYSICAL services available.

"...the art and science of applying computer science to aid the legal process." Examination of the primary storage media for evidence to support a civil and/or criminal complaint.

The logical removal of data from the primary storage media so that it can no longer be retrieved, or the process of physical destruction of the storgae media.