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Master File Table

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What is the primary role of the Master File Table (MFT) in the NTFS file system?

a: To manage network connections Explanation

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b: To store and track every file and directory on an NTFS volume Explanation

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c: To encrypt files Explanation

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d: To manage system memory Explanation

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Which type of data is typically stored in an Alternate Data Stream (ADS) in an NTFS file system?

a: File metadata Explanation

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b: Large media files Explanation

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c: Hidden or additional data associated with a file Explanation

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d: Operating system files Explanation

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What does the $DATA attribute in an MFT entry represent?

a: The security settings of the file Explanation

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b: The actual content of the file Explanation

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c: The file's creation date Explanation

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d: The file's access permissions Explanation

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What is the size of a standard MFT record in the NTFS file system?

a: 512 bytes Explanation

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b: 2048 bytes Explanation

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c: 1024 bytes Explanation

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d: 4096 bytes Explanation

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What section of an MFT record may contain unused space called 'record slack'?

a: Header Explanation

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b: Attributes Explanation

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c: Record Slack Explanation

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d: None of the above Explanation

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What differentiates a resident file from a non-resident file in NTFS?

a: Resident files are stored externally, non-resident files are stored in MFT. Explanation

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b: Resident files are system files, non-resident are user files. Explanation

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c: Resident files fit within the MFT record, while non-resident files are stored outside the MFT. Explanation

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d: Resident files are encrypted by default, non-resident are not. Explanation

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