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  • Unit 7: File System

    File systems play an important role in the operating system. From the user's perspective, the file system is a simple filing cabinet. However, behind the scenes there is much complexity. We will discuss a general overview of file systems, a look at file allocation and methods as well as disk allocation algorithms.

    Completing this unit should take you approximately 15 hours.

    • Unit 7 Learning Outcomes Page
    • 7.1: Introduction to File Systems

    • 7.2: File Allocation Methods

    • 7.3: Disk Management Algorithms

    • Unit 7 Activities

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