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Why does disk fragmentation slow down the operation of the computer?
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∙ 13y ago
Fragmentation is when files are stored in small pieces scattered all over the storage medium. In spinning disk technology the read head has to move around to find and read each piece. This fragmentation makes the reading of files take longer. When the data is defragmented it is stored all in a row and the read head can find the data much faster.
Note that flash memory technology has no moving parts and doesn't suffer from fragmentation slow down. In most cases the data is actually purposefully fragmented for wear leveling, increasing the durability of each read/write element.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoWhen the disk is fragmented, files are all over the disk. When the hard drive adds files, it trys to fit them in spots that are free. Because of this, some directories are on one half of the harddrive, and some on the other. Because of this, the reading head of the drive needs to run from one side of the disk to the other, to open a program, say.
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∙ 11y agoYes it does :~)
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No, You have to many programs on your computer or need to clean it or need to do a disk fragmentation anything. Upgrading does nothing but slow it down even more!
What is the defention of fragmentation?
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What is the function of disk fragmentation?
It groups files together (You won't be able to notice) and orders them to prevent clutter on the HDD. Depending on the amount of Fragmentation, Defragmentation can significantly improve the speed of your computer. To access this feature in Windows 7, Click the "Start Menu," and search "Disk," it should be on of the results. However, if it isn't, then press the Flag key, Click "Programs," Click "Accessories," Scroll down until you see "System Tools," Click it and select "Disk Defragmenter."
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A person should use disk defrag weekly to keep computer from slowing down but you only have to do it when it does slow down.
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Yes
What does the disk fragmentation?
If a disk is fragmented, this means that the files in your computer are spread out all over the disk taking up too much space. This can be corrected by defragmentation which consolidate all the data.
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How do you clean out a computer memory?
There are 2 types of memory on a computer. The Random Access Memory or RAM is like the workspace you do things on. The other type of memory is the Hard Disk or HD is like a storage room where everything you will need is put away until you need it. RAM is cleared every time you re start the computer or the computer is shut down/ turned off. The Hard Disk lasts for many years and if you what to clear that you will loose everything on the hard disk. That clearing is done by using the install disk to reformat or completely erase the hard disk
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