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When a file is updated, the operating system always places the new data in contiguous areas to the older data in that file.
When a file is updated, the operating system always places the new data in contiguous areas to the older data in that file.
False
A defragmenter utility program, or defragger, increases the degree of fragmentation on a hard disk.
A defragmenter utility program, or defragger, increases the degree of fragmentation on a hard disk.
False
Fragmentation is the process of placing files on the disk contiguously.
Fragmentation is the process of placing files on the disk contiguously.
False
Defragmentation slows down the computer's speed.
Defragmentation slows down the computer's speed.
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When a hard disk is new, the operating system distributes files to unused spaces on the disk.
When a hard disk is new, the operating system distributes files to unused spaces on the disk.
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What is the primary consequence of fragmentation on a hard disk?
What is the primary consequence of fragmentation on a hard disk?
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What happens to the new data for a file when it is updated over time?
What happens to the new data for a file when it is updated over time?
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What is the primary function of a defragmenter utility program?
What is the primary function of a defragmenter utility program?
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How are files typically organized on a new hard disk?
How are files typically organized on a new hard disk?
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What is the ultimate result of defragmentation on a computer's performance?
What is the ultimate result of defragmentation on a computer's performance?
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Study Notes
Fragmentation of Files
- When old files are deleted and new files are saved, files become fragmented, leading to slower access to files.
- Fragmentation occurs when portions of files are scattered in nonadjacent areas on the hard disk.
How Files are Stored on a New Hard Disk
- When a hard disk is new, the operating system stores files contiguously (next to one another).
File Updates and Fragmentation
- When a file is updated, new data is distributed to unused spaces on the hard disk.
- These spaces may not be contiguous to the older data in the file, leading to fragmentation.
Impact of Fragmentation
- Fragmentation slows down the operating system's ability to read files.
- It takes the operating system longer to read fragmented files.
Defragmentation
- A defragmenter utility program, or "defragger," reorganizes scattered files on the hard disk.
- Defragmentation reduces the degree of fragmentation by reorganizing files into the smallest number of adjoining regions.
- Defragmentation increases the computer's speed.
Fragmentation of Files
- When old files are deleted and new files are saved, files become fragmented, leading to slower access to files.
- Fragmentation occurs when portions of files are scattered in nonadjacent areas on the hard disk.
How Files are Stored on a New Hard Disk
- When a hard disk is new, the operating system stores files contiguously (next to one another).
File Updates and Fragmentation
- When a file is updated, new data is distributed to unused spaces on the hard disk.
- These spaces may not be contiguous to the older data in the file, leading to fragmentation.
Impact of Fragmentation
- Fragmentation slows down the operating system's ability to read files.
- It takes the operating system longer to read fragmented files.
Defragmentation
- A defragmenter utility program, or "defragger," reorganizes scattered files on the hard disk.
- Defragmentation reduces the degree of fragmentation by reorganizing files into the smallest number of adjoining regions.
- Defragmentation increases the computer's speed.
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Learn about how files are stored on a new hard disk and how updates can lead to fragmentation, slowing down access to files. Understand how contiguous storage becomes fragmented over time.
