What is one reason to opt for a logical acquisition?

Choosing to perform a logical acquisition is particularly relevant when dealing with an encrypted drive. In this context, logical acquisition refers to capturing specific files or data structures from the device rather than creating a bit-by-bit image of the entire physical drive.

With an encrypted drive, a logical acquisition allows for targeted access to the data that can be decrypted using the appropriate keys, provided that you have the necessary permissions or access credentials. This method can be more efficient than a complete physical acquisition, especially when investigators are only interested in specific files or if the file system is highly fragmented due to encryption.

In scenarios where the entire drive is inaccessible due to encryption, logical acquisition provides the opportunity to extract meaningful evidence without compromising the integrity of the encrypted content. This approach is particularly advantageous in forensic investigations where time and accuracy are critical.