Re: Is there an easy (simple) way to convert my C: fat32 to C: NTFS and should I do it.

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Dorothy wrote:

Is there an easy (simple) way to convert my C: fat32 to C: NTFS and


To convert to NTFS, you use the CONVERT command. But first read
http://www.aumha.org/a/ntfscvt.htm because there's an issue regarding
cluster size that isn't obvious.


should I do it.


*I* think so.


and is it SAFE to do???


Generally it is safe, but it's not risk-free, if that's what you mean.
Conversion is a big step, affecting everything on your drive. When you
take such a big step, no matter how unlikely, it is always possible
that something could go wrong. For that reason, it's prudent to make
sure you have a backup of anything you can't afford to lose before
beginning.

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Ken Blake - Microsoft MVP Windows: Shell/User
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Why convert to NTFS?
This is 'not' ment to be a smart a__ed remark.
I see no clear cut reason to change from FAT 32.


It's not compulsory.
see http://www.theeldergeek.com/ntfs_or_fat32_file_system.htm

MH


Great site!!!

Many thanks, Mike Hyndman

drybones ,

You're welcome, are you "converted"? ;)

MH



Ummmm, next time I must re-install XP { I shall do so. 8^)) }


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