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MigosATL
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213

07-16-2025, 06:21 AM

For DOS, you should select the format compatible with that system, typically floppy disk images or basic text files.

MigosATL

07-16-2025, 06:21 AM #1

For DOS, you should select the format compatible with that system, typically floppy disk images or basic text files.

KaanVDB
Junior Member

07-16-2025, 08:37 AM

fat32 tends to perform better with older 32-bit systems.

KaanVDB

07-16-2025, 08:37 AM #2

fat32 tends to perform better with older 32-bit systems.

InoueAlice
Senior Member

677

07-29-2025, 05:03 AM

Refers to legacy DOS systems using fat16 file formats.

InoueAlice

07-29-2025, 05:03 AM #3

Refers to legacy DOS systems using fat16 file formats.

HoodieSwag
Member

125

08-03-2025, 05:53 PM

fat16 refers to the legacy DOS format, while fat32 is the standard for most contemporary systems.

HoodieSwag

08-03-2025, 05:53 PM #4

fat16 refers to the legacy DOS format, while fat32 is the standard for most contemporary systems.

ser753951
Member

203

08-10-2025, 12:09 AM

You're referring to Exfat, correct? Regarding op's point, fat16 seems ideal for older operating systems.

ser753951

08-10-2025, 12:09 AM #5

You're referring to Exfat, correct? Regarding op's point, fat16 seems ideal for older operating systems.

Maxim69rus
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215

08-10-2025, 04:58 AM

Exfat and FAT32 are ideal for non-Windows platforms, while NTFS suits Windows systems. For legacy environments such as Windows 95, 98, DOS, or Windows 3.1, opt for FAT16.

Maxim69rus

08-10-2025, 04:58 AM #6

Exfat and FAT32 are ideal for non-Windows platforms, while NTFS suits Windows systems. For legacy environments such as Windows 95, 98, DOS, or Windows 3.1, opt for FAT16.

MinecraftMegan
Member

08-10-2025, 06:00 AM

It’s mainly not helpful for drives with over 8GB of storage.

MinecraftMegan

08-10-2025, 06:00 AM #7

It’s mainly not helpful for drives with over 8GB of storage.