What is Disk Arbitrator FOR MAC?

Disk Arbitrator

Disk Arbitrator is a cool free and open-source tool for Mac OS X. It's designed to help users make sure they're following the right forensic steps when they're imaging a disk device. If you're into digital forensics, this software can be really handy!

Understanding Disk Arbitration

So, what does Disk Arbitrator do? Well, it's pretty much a user-friendly interface for the Disk Arbitration framework. This means it helps programs manage block storage devices easily. One of its main jobs is to control how file systems get automatically mounted.

Avoiding Mistakes with Mounting

When you turn on Disk Arbitrator, it blocks the mounting of file systems. Why? This is super important because it prevents your system from mounting as read-write, which could mess up the evidence you’re trying to collect.

Not a Write Blocker

A quick note: Disk Arbitrator isn’t a traditional software write blocker. It doesn’t change what’s happening with devices already connected or force new ones to become read-only. You still have to be careful! For example, using commands like “dd” could accidentally write data to your disk.

The Importance of Caution

This is why having a hardware or software write-blocker can still be important for best practices in forensic procedures. But don’t worry! Disk Arbitrator works well alongside these tools and brings some extra features that are super useful.

No More Disabling Disk Arbitration!

This software even helps you avoid that common forensic advice about disabling disk arbitration altogether. So if you're looking to keep your digital evidence safe while working on Mac OS X, check out Disk Arbitrator here!

How Download Works

Go to the Softpas website, press the 'Downloads' button, and pick the app you want to download and install—easy and fast!