Few topics spark as much debate among Windows power users as the merits and pitfalls of alternative filesystems such as Btrfs, ZFS, and Microsoft’s own ReFS. These technologies, once the exclusive realm of Linux and BSD servers or enterprise-scale applications, now tantalize even mainstream...
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Windows users have long been accustomed to the robust, time-honored New Technology File System (NTFS), which has served as the backbone of the platform’s storage architecture for decades. With its broad compatibility, mature feature set, and proven reliability, NTFS has reigned unchallenged as...
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Microsoft’s Mystery inetpub Folder: When the Fix Becomes a Flaw
At the heart of the latest chapter in Windows patching is a familiar folder with an unfamiliar twist—c:\inetpub. The recent kerfuffle that has swept Windows administrators into a maelstrom of head-scratching and risk analysis...
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Microsoft’s Resilient File System (ReFS) has reemerged in the Windows landscape, quietly transforming the conversation about the future of data storage for both enterprise and consumer users. Its journey—from an experimental server technology to a potential mainstream contender—unfolds against a...
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Microsoft’s approach to file systems and accessibility features on Windows is evolving at a rapid pace, but not without friction and controversy. As power users scan the horizon for optimal storage technologies and voice input tools, two parallel tracks dominate discussion: the thorny...
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For veteran Windows users and newcomers alike, the temptation to break away from NTFS and embrace file systems like Btrfs, ZFS, or even Microsoft’s own ReFS is almost irresistible — especially given the buzz around these technologies in the Linux world. The reality, however, is far more complex...
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You know you’re in for a thrilling day at the IT office when Task Scheduler, that stalwart guardian of automation, suddenly goes on strike and refuses to do your bidding for want of permissions. Few things are as demoralizing as seeing “no permission to disable, create, run, or change Task...
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If you ever found yourself staring at your installation drive mid-Windows setup, wondering if there’s more to life than NTFS, congratulations: you are part of a very exclusive club—one that probably has meetings in dimly lit server rooms and speaks in disk sector hexadecimal. For over ten years...
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Are you tired of lagging performance from your current hard drive? Or perhaps you're feeling cramped with the limited space of your old trusty HDD? If so, moving your Windows 11 operating system to an SSD or a larger drive might just be the ticket to reviving your PC’s performance. Fortunately...
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Microsoft's New ReFS File System: What It Means for Windows
Windows has long relied on the NTFS file system, a durable workhorse that has powered fixed drives on PCs for decades. However, Microsoft is now signaling a potential shift with the introduction of ReFS—the Resilient File...
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Improper access control in Windows NTFS strikes again with CVE-2025-21197. This vulnerability, detailed in Microsoft's Security Response Center update guide, allows an authorized user—even one without explicit directory listing permissions—to discover the file path information of folders they...
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I'm having some issues applying NTFS permissions to large folder structures. Especially if they are appliance folders reachable only by UNC. If I apply a new permission, it can take days to complete and most of the time I'm interrupted by a closed session or a reboot. To get around this...
Microsoft’s latest experiment in file system technology is stirring up quite the buzz among Windows insiders. In the recently tested Insider build 27823 – affectionately known as the Canary build – Microsoft has introduced a flexible storage option that lets users choose between the venerable...
The latest Windows Insider builds for Windows 11 have introduced an intriguing new option for storage enthusiasts, offering a choice between the time-tested NTFS and a rejuvenated Resilient File System (ReFS). In Build 27823 (Canary), users can now opt to freshly format their disks with ReFS—a...
Windows 11 Insider builds continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible on Microsoft platforms, and the latest update brings a fascinating new twist to file management. This build now gives users the option to choose between the tried-and-true NTFS file system and the next-generation ReFS...
Microsoft’s long-dormant Resilient File System (ReFS) is making a surprising comeback in Windows 11, stirring up discussion among both enterprise users and Windows enthusiasts. Initially launched back in 2012 with Windows Server 2012 as a potential successor to NTFS, ReFS was designed to handle...
Windows 11 is stirring the pot once again in its ongoing evolution, and this time the spotlight is on its ability to choose between two major file systems—NTFS and ReFS—during a clean installation. Early tests from Windows 11 Build 27823 (Canary) hint at an experimental toggle hidden in the...
Microsoft’s latest Patch Tuesday release serves as a stark reminder that in the realm of cybersecurity, no system is truly bulletproof. In a bundle addressing 57 vulnerabilities, Microsoft has drawn particular attention to 12 key issues—six of which are already being exploited by threat actors...
Windows NTFS has long been the backbone of Windows file management, but even the most stalwart systems can harbor vulnerabilities that require our attention. One such issue, CVE-2025-24984, has recently emerged as a potential gateway for unauthorized information disclosure. In this case, the...
CVE-2025-24992: NTFS Buffer Over-read Exposes Local Information
The Windows NTFS file system has long been a stalwart in Windows storage design, but even this cornerstone isn’t immune to vulnerabilities. CVE-2025-24992 is the latest issue that security professionals and system administrators...