FAT file system

The FAT (File Allocation Table) file system is a method used by computers to organize and manage data on storage devices like hard drives and USB flash drives. It keeps track of where files are stored by creating a table that maps the location of each file's pieces. This helps the system quickly find, read, and manage files and folders. Developed in the 1970s, FAT is simple and widely compatible, making it useful for various devices and operating systems. Variants include FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32, each supporting different storage capacities and file sizes.