What happens during the Inventory phase regarding containers and their contents?

During the Inventory phase, the focus is on preparing and organizing the data for subsequent analysis, which involves carefully examining the contents of data containers. In this phase, first-level documents, such as primary files and folders, are prioritized for analysis because these documents typically represent the most relevant data for the case at hand.

This phase does not involve a thorough extraction of all levels of data from the containers, as that would occur in later stages where deeper analysis is performed. Instead, the goal is to establish a clear understanding of what first-level documents are present, their relevance, and how they might connect to the case, leading to more efficient and targeted data handling moving forward.

Other options might imply a more superficial approach or focus, which would not align with the thorough analysis typically needed in the Inventory phase. By focusing on first-level documents, this approach ensures that the most critical data is identified early in the process, facilitating more effective data management and eventual review.