defragment

Meanings

• Noun

  The process of reorganizing data on a storage device to make it more efficient.

  - "After the defragmentation process, the computer runs faster."
  - "It is recommended to defragment your hard drive regularly."

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Synonyms

defrag

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Variants

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defragment , defragmentation , defragmentations , defragmented , defragmenting , defragments

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Etymology

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The term 'defragment' comes from the process of reorganizing fragmented data on a storage device.

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Trivia

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1. The first disk defragmenter was developed in 1984 by Gibson Research Corporation.

2. Defragmentation can also be used to increase the lifespan of a storage device by reducing the number of read/write operations.

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Related Concepts

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1. Fragmentation: A condition where data becomes scattered across a storage device, leading to inefficient use of space.

2. Disk Defragmenter: A utility tool used to defragment files and folders on a Windows operating system.

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Culture

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In computing, defragmentation is a common practice to maintain the performance of storage devices.

How to Memorize "defragment"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine data as Lego blocks that need to be put back in their proper places.
   - Visualize the process of reorganizing data to make it more efficient.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'defragment' with the idea of organizing data.
   - Think of defragmentation as a way to clean up your digital workspace.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember D-E-F-R-A-G-M-E-N-T: Data Efficiently Fragmented And Reorganized For Maximum Efficiency

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