File System
The latest File System coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
GParted Live crushes Windows Disk Management for speed, safety, and dual-boot partitioning
When it comes to managing disk partitions on Windows systems, users face a fundamental choice between Microsoft's built-in Disk Management tool and the powerful open-source alternative GParted Live....
Linux’s ntfsplus Rewrite Delivers Faster In-Kernel Read-Write NTFS, Solving Long-Standing Dual-Boot Limits
Linux users have long struggled with reliable NTFS support, but the landscape is changing dramatically with the introduction of ntfsplus, a modern in-kernel read-write implementation that represents...
WSL2 vs. Native Ubuntu: Phoronix Benchmarks Expose 13% Performance Hit on Windows 11 25H2
A new Phoronix benchmark blitz reveals that running Ubuntu 24.04 inside WSL2 on Windows 11 25H2 extracts a 13% performance penalty compared to bare-metal Ubuntu on the same hardware. The gap widens...
Windows 11 25H2 Offers Zero Performance Boost Over 24H2 in Creator Workloads, Linux 15% Ahead
When Microsoft releases Windows 11 25H2 later this year, users shouldn't hold their breath for a speed increase. Independent benchmarks comparing the preview build against its predecessor and Ubuntu...
Windows 11 USB Formatting Guide: FAT32, exFAT, or NTFS – Which to Choose
Formatting a USB flash drive is a fundamental task for any Windows 11 user, whether you’re looking to sanitize sensitive data before disposal, rejuvenate a sluggish flash drive, or ensure...
Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds: A Deep Dive into Recent Updates and Community Feedback
Recent Windows 11 Insider Preview builds have brought a flurry of improvements and fixes, focusing on stability, accessibility, and user experience. This article delves into the key features and...
CVE-2025-52488: How Unicode Normalization Bypass in DotNetNuke Puts Windows at Risk
A newly discovered vulnerability in DotNetNuke (DNN), tracked as CVE-2025-52488, exposes critical Windows systems to pre-authentication attacks through Unicode normalization bypass techniques. This...
Windows Server 2025 ReFS Bug: Critical Fixes and Deployment Guide
For IT administrators and businesses deploying Windows Server 2025, the anticipation around the Resilient File System (ReFS) has been a blend of opportunity and frustration. On paper, ReFS stands as...
Hasleo Disk Clone Review: The Best Windows Disk Cloning & Migration Tool in 2024
In an era where data is king, having a reliable disk cloning and system migration tool is non-negotiable for Windows users. Hasleo Disk Clone has emerged as a powerful yet user-friendly solution that...
Microsoft OneDrive Now Supports APFS External Drives on macOS: Key Features & Benefits
Microsoft has announced a game-changing update for macOS users: OneDrive now natively supports APFS-formatted external drives. This long-awaited feature addresses a major pain point for Mac users who...
How to Recover Lost Data from Synology & QNAP NAS Devices
Losing critical data stored on your Synology or QNAP NAS device can be a nightmare, especially when RAID configurations or hardware failures complicate recovery efforts. Network-attached storage...
CVE-2025-5065: Critical Chromium Vulnerability in FileSystemAccess API - Risks & Mitigation
A newly discovered vulnerability (CVE-2025-5065) in Chromium's FileSystemAccess API poses significant risks to users of Chrome, Edge, and other Chromium-based browsers. This high-severity flaw could...