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Log-structured file systems

Log-structured file systems have a rich history in modern computing systems. The first log-structured file system was proposed by John…

An example showing how to format /dev/hda5 with ext3 file system

Step #1 Create the new filesystem with following command (first login in as a root user) Output: Step # 2:…

ext2 vs ext3

ext2 is recommended over journalized file systems for using in bootable USB sticks and likely other solid-state drives. ext2 shows…

ext2 ext3 and ext4

ext2 The ext2 or second extended filesystem is a file system for the Linux kernel. It was initially designed by…

POST troubleshooting steps

If you have issues with the POST and may have any of the following symptoms, this page can help. 1.…

laptop Cleaning

Cleaning laptop case Cleaning the exterior portion of the laptop case can help keep the laptop looking new. The exterior…

How to achieve the best computer performance

Clean up disk errors Run once a week Whenever a program crashes, or you experience some power outage, your computer…

Computer cleaning Tips

Regular cleaning could save you costly maintenance fees down the road. How often should we clean our computers? This question…

iSCSI

iSCSI stands for internet SCSI, or internet Small Computer Systems Interface.iSCSI is the transmission of SCSI commands and data over…

NAND drives

NAND drives are high-capacity, high-speed, solid-state flash memory drives. Thanks to new advances in technology, these drives have been chosen…