Files and Folders in Computers

File System Concepts

• A file is a collection of bytes stored on a computer's hard drive or solid-state drive, and its purpose is to store data, information, or programs.

Folder and File Contents

• A folder can contain files, subfolders, or both, which help to organize and store data.

File Extensions

• A file extension is a suffix at the end of a file name that indicates the file type or format, such as .txt, .jpg, or .exe.

Data Transfer

• The process of moving files or data from one program to another is called data transfer.

File Naming Conventions

• The part on the left side of the period in a file name is called the file stem or base name.

Folder Functionality

• A folder holds files, subfolders, or both, making it easier to organize and access data.

File Compression

• The main purpose of file compression is to reduce the size of a file, making it easier to store or transmit.

Data Management

• The function of the Recycle Bin in Windows operating systems is to temporarily store deleted files, allowing users to recover them if needed.

Data Backup and Restoration

• Backing up data describes the process of creating and storing copies of data to protect against data loss.
• Data restoration is the process of copying backed-up data from a secondary location and returning it to its original device or a new device.
• The purpose of data restoration is to recover and reuse data in case of data loss or system failure.

File Management

• File deletion refers to the process of removing a file from a computer's file system, either temporarily (in the Recycle Bin) or permanently.

Test your knowledge about the basic units of storage in computers, including files and folders. Understand the concept of how data is stored and organized within a computer system.