UFFS is a budget-friendly flash file system designed for embedded systems, with a focus on low-cost implementation.
One of the most significant advantages of UFFS is its low cost. It can be used for NAND flash with different page sizes: 512 or 2K. Depending on the configuration, the total memory usage ranges from 26K to 180K, which makes it very light on resources.
UFFS also boasts fast booting, allowing users to mount a full-loaded NAND flash in less than one second. Additionally, it offers superb reliability, with guaranteed integrity across unexpected power losses. UFFS is bad-block tolerant, ECC enabled, and implements ware-leveling in a simple yet effective way.
One of the most impressive features of UFFS is that it doesn't require garbage collection. The software collects dirty blocks on the fly, which significantly enhances its overall performance. It also supports direct flash interface, which means that no operating system is needed. Furthermore, UFFS can be built on top of the direct flash interface, making it easy to port to any embedded system.
UFFS has been fully tested on PC via the UFFS PC emulator. Moreover, it has been successfully used in real-world products for tens of thousands of copies.
UFFS is a library that needs to be linked with your embedded application. It should be used when JFFS/YAFFS can't be used, primarily because of insufficient memory. UFFS is not the substitute for JFFS or YAFFS. It is designed for situations where hardware resources are limited and a reliable flash file system is needed.
In conclusion, UFFS is an excellent choice for those looking for a low-cost, reliable, and efficient flash file system for embedded systems. It offers unique features that make it stand out from the competition, and it has been extensively tested and used in real-world products.
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