Partition

In computer storage, partitioning is the process of dividing a single physical storage device into multiple logical sections, known as partitions or volumes. These partitions can be formatted with different file systems and have different settings. Partitioning is typically used to separate the operating system files from user files, create backup partitions, or separate system files and data files. By dividing a physical hard drive into separate partitions, users can organize their data more efficiently and protect their critical files from accidental deletion or corruption. Partitioning can be done during the initial installation of an operating system or after the fact using specialized software tools.