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File System

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文件系统

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/FYL sis-tem/

Also known as: filesystem, disk format

Last updated August 9, 2026

Definition

A file system organizes how files are stored and retrieved on a disk (NTFS, APFS, ext4, and others) — including names, folders, and permissions.

Real-World Example

Formatting a USB drive as exFAT can make it work for both Windows and macOS file transfer.

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