storage management

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...

Duplicate files on your Windows PC are like that friend who overstays their welcome—they keep popping up and taking up precious room without adding any value. Thankfully, there’s now a super-easy and secure solution to help you evict these digital freeloaders: Microsoft’s own PC Manager app. In...

Mastering Microsoft Loop Storage Management is becoming essential as organizations expand their use of dynamic, real-time collaborative tools within Microsoft 365. Microsoft Loop is reshaping teamwork with its live, shareable content—Loop Components and Loop Pages—yet this flexibility comes with...

Microsoft has finally squashed the Disk Cleanup display glitch that had Windows 11 users scratching their heads for months. In a recent update affecting Windows 11 version 24H2, Microsoft addressed an odd reporting error in the Disk Cleanup tool—specifically when cleaning up “Windows Update...

In this article, we’ll walk you step-by-step through setting up Disk Quotas, explain the underlying technologies involved, and explore why managing storage this way can boost your overall system health. What Are Disk Quotas and Why Use Them? Disk Quotas is a feature built into Windows systems...

The launch of Windows 11 has been met with mixed reactions, especially concerning its redesigned taskbar. Many users who appreciate the classic functionality and design of the Windows 10 taskbar have been exploring ways to revert their interface to a more familiar setup. In this article, we'll...

Hello all. I am new to the forum and could do with some help please. I have managed to clone my windows 11 laptop ssd onto a larger external ssd, my laptop is a a dual boot with win 11 and a linux distro. At the end of the new cloned ssd there is a large chunk of unallocated space left, I...

As Windows users, we’re all too familiar with that pesky message popping up, demanding more disk space before we can install the latest updates. Whether using Windows 10 or Windows 11, ensuring your system has enough storage not only paves the way for smoother upgrades but also keeps your...

Managing your Windows device’s storage may not be the most glamorous task, but it’s crucial to keeping your system running efficiently—avoiding those "Your PC is low on storage" warnings and ensuring your device doesn't crawl to a halt. Lucky for all of us, Microsoft has packed Windows 10 and 11...

If you've ever handed your precious Windows 11 machine over to a shared household or workplace, you know the struggle is real. Disk storage can quickly become a chaotic free-for-all when other users fail to clean up their files. We've all been there—scrambling to free up space because your...

Windows 11, Microsoft’s sleek and modern operating system, might look refined on the surface, but if your PC starts acting up, it can feel like being at the mercy of a moody software deity. Users often report sluggish responses, errors popping up out of nowhere, or dreaded connectivity problems...

hello i have swapped my LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i with an exact replacement . because my disks raid was not running correct and would start or keep asking to update drives. saying drivers needed update but the best and only driver are installed. so i was thinking raid card was bad...

For network administrators managing mid-to-large businesses or enterprises, juggling storage management often feels like walking a tightrope. On one end, there's a growing need to keep data organized efficiently, and on the other, a constant struggle to control storage consumption and prevent...

Ah, the eternal battle between human ingenuity and the hard drive that's perpetually running out of space. You’ve been there – staring at the eerily red bar warning you that storage is just about tapped out. Fear not, Windows 11 users! Microsoft has a treasure trove of strategies to squeeze...

In today's digital landscape, where every file can feel like an overstuffed suitcase ready to burst at the seams, having a reliable file compression tool is essential. Enter 7-Zip, a free application that is making waves as the go-to choice for file compression in Windows 11. This tool not only...

In a bid to streamline the Windows 11 user experience, Microsoft recently unveiled version 24H2, which promises to make updating installations not just faster, but also more efficient. This update is a significant leap forward, addressing previous concerns about slow update processes that could...

Data storage management is becoming increasingly essential for organizations looking to optimize their IT resources and streamline operations. One of the most efficient technologies available to achieve this is Data Deduplication, which minimizes wasted storage space by eliminating redundant...

Upgrading to the latest version of Windows often comes with the promise of enhanced features, better performance, and a fresh user experience. However, these benefits can quickly be overshadowed by a rather inconvenient side effect: lost storage space! After an in-place upgrade to Windows 10...

The latest rollout from Microsoft, the Windows 11 update 24H2, is making waves not for its exciting new features, but for an uninvited guest: a hefty cache file that’s nearly 9GB in size and seems to have taken up permanent residence on your system. If you thought the days of cumbersome software...

The latest Windows 11 24H2 update has been rolling out without major incidents for most users, but it seems there’s a twist in the tale that some Windows aficionados weren’t expecting. Following the installation of this update, an ominous new entity—a sizable undeletable cache file—has appeared...