University Name: MN624 Digital Forensics Tools Comparison Report

This report delves into the realm of digital forensics, focusing on the comparative analysis of two prominent tools: Autopsy and FTK Imager. The report begins with an introduction to digital forensics, emphasizing its significance in addressing cybercrimes. It then proceeds to discuss the functionalities of both tools, including disk imaging, data recovery, and file analysis. The report details the steps involved in creating disk images using FTK Imager and recovering deleted files using Autopsy. A comprehensive comparison of the tools is presented, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses in terms of features, ease of use, and speed. The report also includes demonstrations of both Autopsy and FTK Imager, illustrating their practical application in forensic investigations. References to relevant research papers and articles are provided to support the analysis. This report is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding and utilizing digital forensic tools for data recovery and cybercrime investigations. The report is contributed by a student and is published on Desklib, a platform providing AI-based study tools.