Why is a chain of custody important in a cyber crime case?

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Why is a chain of custody important in a cyber crime case?

  • It authenticates evidence.
  • It ensures conviction
  • It proves guilt.
  • It protects copyrighted materials.

Explanation: Evidence must be authenticated before it can be admitted in court. A chain of custody helps to authenticate the evidence by preventing tampering.

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