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This question requires that you evaluate the underlined text to determine if it is correct. FAT32 is the preferred file system for Windows 7. Select the correct answer if the underlined text does not
The correct answer is A. NTFS. The question incorrectly states that FAT32 is the preferred file system for Windows 7. NTFS is the correct and preferred file system for modern Windows operating systems.
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- ANTFS
- BFAT16
- CEFS
- DNo change is needed
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(32 responses)- A91% (29)
- B6% (2)
- C3% (1)
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The question incorrectly states that FAT32 is the preferred file system for Windows 7. NTFS is the correct and preferred file system for modern Windows operating systems.
NTFS (New Technology File System) is the primary file system used by Windows NT and all subsequent versions, including Windows 7. It offers advanced features such as improved security through file and folder permissions, support for large disk sizes and file sizes, and journaling for data recovery, making it superior to FAT32 for a primary operating system drive.
FAT16 (File Allocation Table 16) is an older file system with severe limitations on partition size (max 4GB) and file size (max 2GB), making it unsuitable for modern operating systems like Windows 7.
EFS (Encrypting File System) is a feature within NTFS that allows files and folders to be encrypted, not a standalone file system.
The statement 'FAT32 is the preferred file system for Windows 7' is incorrect because NTFS is the preferred choice, making 'No change is needed' an incorrect option.
Concept tested: Preferred Windows file system
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/storage/file-server/ntfs-overview
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