What you need to know about local filesystems

This recipe will discuss the differences between local and remote filesystems, as well as the core differences between Btrfs and ZFS.

The backbone of an operating system (OS) is the local filesystem. It enables efficient storage and management of files and directories on a computer or server using a hierarchical structure. This structure allows users and programs to easily create, modify, and access files on local storage devices such as hard disks, solid-state drives, and storage logical unit numbers (LUNs) from a local storage area network (SAN) or cloud provider. These filesystems are designed specifically for file and folder management efficiency, protecting files from accidental deletion or corruption. They come equipped with features such as file permissions, ownership, and access control, which provide users with utmost security and privacy. In comparison to remote filesystems, local filesystems offer superior performance, though...