Computer forensics training concerns study in the retrieval of encrypted and latent data, the recovery of deleted files and the procurement of electronic evidence for use in criminal proceedings. Other areas covered in computer forensics training include the security and privacy of Microsoft Windows users and business issues relating to computer forensics.
Many colleges, such as the University of Rhode Island, offer on-campus degree programs in digital forensics. Several online companies, such as CompuForensics, provide survey courses and online classes that focus on specific areas within computer forensics.
As of October, 2010, the cost of online courses ranged from $195 to $2,995, depending on the program. The cost of formal study in a university setting varies with the price of tuition.