File Allocation Table (FAT)

The File Allocation Table (FAT) is a file system used by computers to manage where files are stored on a disk. Think of it like a library catalog that keeps track of where each book is located. When you save a file, FAT records its location, and when you want to open it, FAT helps your computer find it quickly. FAT organizes files in clusters, making it efficient for reading and writing data. It's simple, widely used for floppy disks and memory cards, and has different versions that improve performance and capacity over time.