Windows Flashcards
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Q
Explain what is the major difference between NTFS ( New Technology File System) or FAT (File Allocation Table) on a local server?
A
For local users FAT (File Allocation Table) and FAT32 provides security, while NTFS ( New Technology File System) provides security for domain users as well as local users. NTFS provides file level security which is not possible through FAT32.
- FAT32: 8.3 characters, NTFS: 255 characters
- File size 4GB vs 16TB
- NTFS has compression
2
Q
What is Active Directory
A
directory service which is used in a directory to store objects like user profiles, network information, computers. It helps to manage the network effectively with the help of Domain Controllers which are present at different locations with the Active Directory database.
