What Is NTFS & Its Use in Computers?

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Start date Apr 8, 2008
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In summary, NTFS is a file system used by Windows operating systems that offers advanced features such as file compression, encryption, and support for larger file sizes. It also has benefits such as improved security and data recovery options, as well as built-in features like self-healing and disk quotas. NTFS uses a permission-based system to control file access and can be read by other operating systems, but may require additional software for full read and write access. However, there may be compatibility issues and it may take up more space on a hard drive compared to other file systems.

Apr 8, 2008

anam89

What Is "ntfs"?why Is It Used In The Computer?please Reply Me Immediately?

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Apr 8, 2008

anam89

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what is FAT16,32?and why is it use in the computer?

Apr 8, 2008

vincentm

NTFS

FAT(File allocation table)

Apr 9, 2008

anam89

difference

what is the difference between FAT16,32 and NTFS?

Apr 9, 2008

Hootenanny

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anam89 said:

what is the difference between FAT16,32 and NTFS?

Have you read the links which vincentm provided?

FAQ: What Is NTFS & Its Use in Computers?

1. What is NTFS and how does it differ from other file systems?

NTFS stands for New Technology File System and it is the standard file system used by Windows operating systems. NTFS is different from other file systems, such as FAT and exFAT, in that it supports advanced features such as file compression, encryption, and larger file sizes.

2. What are the benefits of using NTFS in computers?

NTFS offers several benefits for computers, including improved security through file encryption, better data recovery options, and support for larger hard drives and file sizes. It also has built-in features such as self-healing and disk quotas.

3. How does NTFS handle file permissions and security?

NTFS uses a permission-based system to control access to files and folders. Each file and folder has an Access Control List (ACL) that specifies which users or groups have permission to read, write, or execute the file. This allows for better control over who can access and modify files on a computer.

4. Can NTFS be used on other operating systems besides Windows?

While NTFS is primarily used on Windows operating systems, it can also be read by other operating systems, such as Linux and macOS. However, these systems may not have full read and write access to NTFS drives without additional software.

5. Are there any disadvantages to using NTFS?

One potential disadvantage of NTFS is that it is not compatible with other operating systems by default, which can make it difficult to transfer files between different systems. Additionally, NTFS may take up more space on a hard drive compared to other file systems due to its advanced features.