The Unix File System

The Unix File System is the way Unix organizes and stores data on a computer. Think of it like a well-structured filing cabinet, where files are documents, and folders are drawers. It uses a hierarchy starting from the root directory (like the cabinet’s main drawer), with subdirectories branching out. Files contain data like text, images, or programs. The system manages how data is stored, retrieved, and linked, ensuring everything is organized efficiently. This structure allows users and programs to access files quickly and securely, maintaining order in complex data storage environments.