What type of files typically launches the Disk view in EnCase?

The Disk view in EnCase is specifically designed to display and analyze disk images and physical drives. This view provides forensic examiners with a graphical representation of the data structure on the media, allowing for in-depth analysis of files, sectors, and partitions.

Disk images are exact copies of a drive’s contents, preserving both files and unallocated space, which is crucial for forensic investigations. Physical drives refer to the actual hardware used for data storage. In both cases, the Disk view enables the examiner to interact with the data at a low level, which is essential for thorough forensic analysis.

The other types of files such as document files, image files, and text files do not invoke the Disk view, as they represent higher-level abstractions of data that are not detailed enough for the low-level analysis that the Disk view provides. Understanding the distinction between general file types and the specific functionality of the Disk view is important for effective forensic investigation and analysis.