A fast file system for UNIX

摘要: A reimplementation of the UNIX TM file system is described. The provides substantially higher throughput rates by using more flexible allocation policies that allow better locality reference and can be adapted to a wide range peripheral processor characteristics. new clusters data sequentially accessed two block sizes fast access large files while not wasting amounts space for small files. File up ten times faster than traditional are experienced. Long-needed enhancements programmers' interface discussed. These include mechanism place advisory locks on files, extensions name across systems, ability use long names, provisions administrative control resource usage.