Windows: Mounting and Unmounting a Filesystem 🔌💾

🗂️ Mounting a Filesystem

• Definition: Mounting a filesystem means making it accessible to the computer. This process allows the operating system to interact with the filesystem, enabling you to access files and directories.

• Automatic Process: In Windows, mounting is usually done automatically. For example, when you plug in a USB drive, Windows will recognize and mount it, making it available under the list of drives.

• Access: Once mounted, you can start using the USB drive immediately to read, write, and manage files.

🚪 Unmounting a Filesystem

• Definition: Unmounting (or ejecting) a filesystem means safely disconnecting it from the computer. This ensures that all data is properly written and no files are in use, preventing data corruption.

• Process: To unmount a drive in Windows:

  • Right-Click: Locate the drive in File Explorer.

  • Select Eject: Right-click on the drive and select the "Eject" option.

• Safety: Always use the "Eject" option to safely unmount the drive before physically disconnecting it.

Understanding these processes helps in managing external storage devices effectively and safely. 🚀🔧