A computer file system is a method of organizing, managing, and storing data on a local drive and provides a structure for files to be stored, retrieved, and manipulated.

Files can disappear when the properties are set to "hidden" and File Explorer is not configured to show hidden files. Computer users, programs and malware can edit file properties and set them to ...

For the past few decades, Windows has used the NTFS file system as the default for fixed drives on a PC, and that has stuck all the way through today. In recent years, though, Microsoft has been ...

Choose any folder on your computer and then choose who can access it. I recommend only allowing your current account to access the file. Credit: Justin Pot ...

Windows 10 has a built-in tool that will back up files and documents on your behalf, every hour in the background, all without you knowing it's even happening while you continue to use your computer.