File System Structure: A Comprehensive Guide for Advanced Diploma Students

Question 1

Which of the following is a valid file path in a Windows operating system?

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C:\Users\username\Documents\myfile.txt

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/Users/username/Documents/myfile.txt

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~/Documents/myfile.txt

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myfile.txt

Question 2

What is the key difference between a hard link and a symbolic link?

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A hard link points to the same physical location as the original file, while a symbolic link points to the file's path.

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A symbolic link points to the same physical location as the original file, while a hard link points to the file's path.

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Hard links can be used to create multiple references to the same file, while symbolic links cannot.

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Symbolic links can be used to create multiple references to the same file, while hard links cannot.

Question 3

What is the primary function of a file system driver?

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To provide an interface between the operating system and the file system.

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To manage the allocation and deallocation of disk space.

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To perform data compression and decompression.

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To encrypt and decrypt files.

Question 4

What is the main purpose of a file system cache?

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To store frequently accessed files in memory for faster retrieval.

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To write modified files to disk before they are actually changed.

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To protect files from accidental deletion.

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To improve the performance of disk-intensive operations.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using a hierarchical file system?

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Elimination of file fragmentation.

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Improved organization and navigation.

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Efficient use of storage space.

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Increased security through access control.

Question 6

What is the purpose of a file system mount point?

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To create a virtual directory that provides access to another file system.

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To create a new file system.

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To merge two or more file systems into a single directory.

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To improve the performance of file access.

Question 7

Which of the following is a NOT characteristic of a hierarchically structured file system?

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Stores files in sequential order

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Organized into directories and files

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Allows for the efficient navigation and organization of files

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Utilizes a top-down approach to file organization

Question 8

What is the primary function of a directory within a file system?

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To provide a structured framework for organizing files and subdirectories

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To store the actual data contained in files

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To control access to files by managing user permissions

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To manage the physical location of files on a storage device

Question 9

Which file attribute is typically used to indicate the permissions associated with a file?

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Access rights

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Creation date

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File size

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File type

Question 10

Which file system is commonly utilized in Linux operating systems?

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ext4

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FAT32

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NTFS

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APFS

Question 11

What is the process of dividing a large file into smaller segments called fragments known as?

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Fragmentation

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Indexing

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Defragmentation

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Partitioning

Question 12

In a Linux terminal, which command is used to create a new directory?

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mkdir

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rmdir

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cd

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ls

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the structure of a file system?

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A hierarchical arrangement with directories and files organized in a tree-like structure

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A flat structure where all files are stored in a single directory

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A linked list structure where files are connected linearly

Question 14

Which file system optimization technique rearranges fragmented data on a storage device to enhance performance?

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Defragmentation

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Caching

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Compression

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Encryption

Question 15

What is the typical file extension for an executable file in Windows?

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.exe

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.txt

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.jpg

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.pdf

Question 16

What is the primary role of a file attribute?

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To provide information about the characteristics of a file.

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To store the actual content of a file.

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To establish a hierarchical structure of files.

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To control access permissions to a file.

Question 17

Which of the following file systems is known for its support of extended file attributes?

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NTFS

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FAT32

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ext4

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HFS+

Question 18

What is the fundamental difference between a file and a directory?

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A file stores data, while a directory organizes and contains files and other directories.

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A file resides on the hard drive, while a directory exists in memory.

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A directory has a name, but a file does not.

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A file can be directly accessed, but a directory cannot.

Question 19

What is a key advantage of employing a hierarchical file system?

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Enhanced organization and simplified navigation of files.

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Improved performance compared to flat file systems.

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Increased security measures through access controls.

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Reduced storage space requirements.

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of a file path?

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To uniquely identify the location of a file on a storage device.

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To provide a unique identifier for each file.

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To regulate access to a file.

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To store the contents of a file.

Question 21

What is the primary function of a file manager in an operating system?

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To provide a graphical user interface for managing files and directories.

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To handle the storage and retrieval of files on storage devices.

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To ensure the integrity of the file system.

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To implement access controls for files and directories.

Question 22

What is the primary purpose of a file system?

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To organize and manage files and directories

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To store data on a physical storage device

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To control access to files and directories

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To provide a graphical user interface for accessing files

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a widely used type of file system?

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Hierarchical File System

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NTFS

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FAT

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EXT4

Question 24

What is the fundamental distinction between a file and a directory in a file system?

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A file stores data, while a directory manages and organizes files and other directories

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A directory is a type of file

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A file is a type of directory

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Files and directories are interchangeable

Question 25

Which command is used to create a new directory in a command-line environment?

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mkdir

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mkdirectory

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create

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newdir

Question 26

In a file system, what is the significance of the root directory?

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It is the top-level directory that contains all other directories and files

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It is the directory that stores temporary files

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It is the directory that contains the operating system files

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It is the directory that stores the user's home directory

Question 27

Which advantage do hierarchical file systems offer?

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They allow users to organize files and directories in a structured and logical manner

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They are faster than other file system types

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They are more secure than other file system types

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They require less storage space than other file system types

Question 28

What is the primary purpose of a file allocation table (FAT) in a file system?

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To track which clusters on a storage device are allocated to a particular file

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To provide a directory of files

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To control access to files

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To store the contents of a file

Question 29

What is the main purpose of a file extension?

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To indicate the type of file

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To provide a unique identifier for the file

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To control access to the file

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To store the file's size