For instance, if you’ve downloaded a file in Linux and currently logged into Windows OS, it would be much easier to access it within the same environment. The truth is there are several situations when you may need to access the Linux file systems on Windows. Part 2: Why Do You Need to Access Linux Ext2 and Ext3 on Windows? That’s why it’s crucial to install a dedicated program to access the ext2 and ext3 file system in Windows. Unlike Linux, Windows doesn’t have built-in support for the Linux file system.
Unfortunately, on a dual boot setup, you won’t be able to access these file systems within the Windows environment.
For instance, the Ext2 file doesn’t feature journaling whereas Ext3 supports the journaling functionality.Īpart from this, both these file systems have similar features including the maximum individual file size (16GB to 2 TB) and the overall file system size (2TB to 32 TB). While both these file systems resemble a lot of properties, there are a few key differences that separate them from each other. Part 1: What’s the Different Between Linux Ext2 and Ext3?īoth Linux Ext2 and Ext3 are dedicated file systems that are used to store and manage data on a Linux machine.
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