File Organization and Search
File organization and search are key OS operations for arranging files systematically and swiftly locating specific data, optimizing file management and user efficiency.
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File Operation |
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System Calls / APIs |
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Copying Files |
Create duplicates of files in another location. |
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Moving Files |
Relocate files from one location to another. |
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Searching for Files |
Locate files based on specific criteria. |
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OS File Operations
File operations within an operating system (OS) encompass a set of essential tasks and actions directed at files and directories residing within a computer’s file system. These operations are fundamental for the effective management and manipulation of data stored on various storage devices. In this article, we will learn different file operations and what are the system calls and APIs used to perform them in a Linux / Windows-based OS.
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