Operating SystemsQuestion 25 of 100
What is a file system responsible for?
a.Cooling the storage drive
b.Controlling how data is stored and retrieved on a storage device
c.Encrypting network traffic
d.Managing the display resolution
Explanation
A file system defines how data is organized, named, stored, and retrieved on a storage device. Examples include NTFS on Windows, ext4 on Linux, and APFS on macOS. The chosen file system affects features like maximum file size, permissions, and reliability.
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