File Systems Flashcards

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What does NTFS stand for?

A

New Technology File System

NTFS is a file system used by Windows operating systems.

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What are the key features of NTFS?

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Supports permissions, encryption, compression, large files, and journaling

These features enhance security and reliability in data management.

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What does FAT32 stand for?

A

File Allocation Table 32

FAT32 is an older file system primarily used for compatibility.

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What are the limitations of FAT32?

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No support for permissions or journaling, and a 4GB file size limit

These limitations make FAT32 less suitable for modern applications.

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What is the primary difference between NTFS and FAT32?

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NTFS is more secure and modern; FAT32 is simpler and compatible across platforms

NTFS supports larger files and more features compared to FAT32.

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True or False: NTFS supports file permissions.

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True

This feature enhances security for files stored on NTFS.

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Fill in the blank: FAT32 has a _______ file size limit.

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4GB

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