I'm setting up a second SSD on my system where I will install Cachy, while keeping my Windows 11 installation on a separate drive. I'm wondering if it's practical to have a shared drive for downloading files and storing music. Is exFAT the only viable filesystem I should consider for a drive that I plan to access regularly from both operating systems?
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Don't install games on the shared drive. Other than that, a shared drive can work just fine for what you need.
I've used NTFS without any issues on my Linux setup. Just remember that while it may work for you, some users do report problems.
If you're looking at shared storage, NTFS is a solid option. Just make sure it’s used strictly for storage like documents, music, or photos. Installing games can lead to issues with Linux support.
I think exFAT works great for a shared drive, especially since it's supported well on both Windows and Linux. It could save you from any headaches with NTFS.
I’ve had my fair share of trouble with NTFS drives in Linux—they were readable on Windows but some files would throw errors on Linux. exFAT might be safer if you're concerned about compatibility.
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