With the release of the Windows 11 2024 update, Microsoft has officially introduced ReFS (Resilient File System) technology, which has long been used in Windows Server. The highlight of this update is the new block cloning feature, designed to significantly improve file-copying efficiency, especially for developers and users who manage large amounts of data.
Key highlights:
- Introducing ReFS: The Resilient File System is now available to consumers, improving file management efficiency.
- Block cloning technology: The new feature enables fast file cloning, saving storage space.
- Impressive speeds：
- Copying a 10GB file is faster 92%, taking only 0.5 seconds。
- Copying a 1GB file is faster 94%, taking only 38 milliseconds。
- Copying an 18GB folder is faster 80%, taking only 6 seconds。
- Automatic repair capability：ReFS can automatically detect and repair data corruption without manually running CHKDSK.
- NTFS remains dominant：Microsoft still uses NTFS as the primary file system for Windows 11 due to its rich features and stability.
These technical improvements not only make users more efficient when handling large files but also reduce storage waste. Although ReFS is still not suitable for everyday use by typical users, it is a promising advancement for developers and professional environments. Microsoft's strategy remains to use NTFS as the primary system because it satisfies the needs of most users.
Source: Windows Latest
