Testing forensic software at the extremes and becoming familiar with its capabilities is ________.
A) unnecessary if manufacturers provide documentation
B) a way to validate the forensic software
C) not recommended due to the danger of acquiring viruses
D) more common among computer criminals than investigators

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Testing forensic software at the extremes, such as subjecting it to unusual conditions or giving it more data than it can handle, allows for thorough validation of the software's capabilities and potential limitations. It ensures that the software can handle difficult cases and provides confidence in its reliability. Documentation from manufacturers may not be sufficient to validate the software's performance in extreme scenarios. Acquiring viruses is not a concern when testing software in a controlled environment, and it is not common among investigators to test forensic software at the extremes.

Testing Forensic Software at the Extremes and Becoming Familiar with Its