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=== 6.4 File Systems ===
Your computer stores all your pictures, documents, games, and programs as '''files''' on its long-term storage (like a hard drive or SSD). The '''file system''' is the part of the OS that organizes and manages all these files. It's like the librarian and the shelving system for all your digital belongings. It keeps track of where every file is, how big it is, and who is allowed to access it.