SMART monitoring

SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) is a system built into most hard drives and SSDs that continuously tracks their health and performance. It monitors various indicators like temperature, read/write errors, and spin time to detect signs of potential failure. By analyzing this data, SMART can warn users early if a drive is likely to fail, allowing for preventive action such as backing up data or replacing the drive. Overall, it helps maintain data security and system reliability by providing proactive insights into drive health.