The system folder is a repository of files that are critical to the operating system. These documents play a key role in the functioning of the software part of the computer. Any change in them can lead to a system crash and failure of the software part of the equipment.
Folder types
Each folder in the Windows operating system has its own purpose. For example, the "My Computer" directory simply stores links to the (mounted) storage media used in the system. The folder contains a path, for example, to the "Local C: drive" or the USB flash drive that you installed in the USB drive or card reader of your computer. Removing these shortcuts will cause some inconvenience, but actually clearing the My Computer folder will not crash.
Directory "Trash" displays files that have been removed from the system and no longer needed by the user. And although this folder contains certain information and stores data, it is not critical for the system as a whole, although it provides more convenient file management for the user. If necessary, all important documents that have fallen into the trash after deletion can be restored to their previous location.
A folder can contain not only files, but other types of information as well. A directory in Windows is a virtual container for storing almost any information. The directory itself can also contain certain files and other subfolders.
Difference between system folders
Thus, system folders, unlike ordinary ones, are active to ensure the operation of the operating system, its stable functioning, as well as storing critical subfolders and files. The "Desktop" directory can be referred to the system directories, which can differentiate the files of one user from another. Changing the system catalog leads to changes in the operation and behavior of the entire system.
The most important system folder is Windows, which is located at "My Computer" - "Local drive C:" - Windows. It stores not only system documents that store the configuration and all computer settings, but also links to objects, information about the user and data stored on the computer. The directory contains temporary files and libraries, which are auxiliary means for starting all programs in Windows.
Deleting or modifying folder objects can crash the system, and therefore it is protected from a normal unprivileged user. When trying to access it, the user will be prompted to enter the administrator password. Only the administrator account has the right to modify objects stored in the system folder. It should be noted that not all system folders are closed to the user. However, these directories allow the user to interact with the computer and change the system settings.
