A software that allows Mac OS X to utilize the Ext2 filesystem used by Linux systems.
ExtFS Manager is an OS X Preference Pane for managing Ext2/3 disks. This tool is a simple yet effective way to set mount options for any Ext volume. You can access the ExtFS Manager pane from the system preferences, where you'll be able to manage your Ext volumes with just a few simple clicks.
In addition to the disk management options, ExtFS Manager includes an ATA disk drive monitoring utility. This feature allows you to monitor your local ATA disk drives for impending problems. The software does this by querying the drives for their S.M.A.R.T. status. S.M.A.R.T. is a built-in feature of modern ATA disk drives that allows the drive to perform diagnostic tests on itself. The results of these tests can then be queried by applications, such as the one found in ExtFS Manager.
In conclusion, the Ext2 Filesystem and ExtFS Manager are must-have applications for any Mac user who also uses the Ext2 (Linux) filesystem. With these tools at your disposal, you'll have a seamless and easy-to-use way to manage your Ext volumes and monitor your local ATA disk drives for impending issues.
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