tags: Windows 7 tips, separate data and system files, organize libraries, save documents on another drive, preparation for SSD, Windows 7 Libraries
This is my attempt at telling people to STOP putting everything on their drive C. Of course, every one has their own way of organizing things – this is my way. Lol.
And, this is just one of the many ways to help you organize your Windows 7 PC.
It’s really good to separate your personal data files (documents, pictures, movies) from your system files (Windows OS files), especially these days when those files could easily grow to unmanageable amount.
In my case, i’ve always separated my system drive (where Windows resides, normally drive C) and my data drive/s (where all my personal files are saved). It’s a habit that i’ve developed since the early days of Windows 98SE. Can anyone still remember that OS?
It used to be quite a task to do that, but with Windows 7 (don’t know about Windows 8 though) – it’s just a breeze.
Why do it?
Here are some of the reasons i can think of right now:
1. If you want to secure (a bit more) your personal files in-case your OS becomes troubled (i.e. virus, crash, corruption)
2. If you have a larger storage (a second drive, a second partition or even an external drive).
3. If you want to backup just your system files (or just your personal files)
4. If (like me) your planning to move your system to an SSD. woot woot.
5. If you want to make a better organization of your data (easier to find, manage and even share your files).
