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NTFS or FAT32

Discussion in 'Windows XP' started by qch0001, 2002/02/19.

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    When formatting a new HD to install XP Professional, does it make a difference if I select FAT32 or NTFS? I chose FAT32 and now I am wondering if I messed up by doing so b/c I have seen references to NTFS in other websites. Also, is it possible to change the HD's format to NTFS since I have not yet installed anything in it? Thanks!:confused:
     
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    you can change to ntfs anytime even after installing progs...
    it won't damage the progs..but if you want to get back to fat32 [can't think why] you'll have to reformat etc..and lose everything
     
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    FAT32 or NTFS?

    Thanks Smokey!!
    I have just been reading about all the great security benefits of NTFS vs FAT32.
    However, is there a way to make the change to NTFS BEFORE I install anything onto that HD? (it is blank at the moment) Could I make the change to NTFS via some sort of bootdisk-floppy, executable DOS program, etc?(Would the "convert C: /fs:ntfs [/v]" command work? :D Thanks!!!
     
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    its not necessary..just install XP and let XP change it after its installed itself
     
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    ps
    you can't install through dos...XP doesn't have it
     
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    Thanks!

    OK.. Thanks a lot for your help!!!!!!
    :)
     
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