OpenZFS On Windows OpenZFS
winget install --id=OpenZFS.OpenZFS -e OpenZFS is an advanced file system and volume manager which was originally developed for Solaris and is now maintained by the OpenZFS community.
OpenZFS on Windows is an advanced file system and volume manager designed to provide robust data management capabilities for Windows systems. Originally developed for Solaris, OpenZFS has been adapted and maintained by the OpenZFS community to support a wide range of platforms, including Linux, FreeBSD, and now Windows.
Key Features:
- Advanced file system and volume management with storage pooling.
- Data integrity through built-in checksums and compression.
- Snapshots for easy backups and recovery.
- Clones for efficient copy-on-write operations.
- Fault tolerance and redundancy for data protection.
Audience & Benefit:
Ideal for IT professionals, developers, and organizations seeking reliable and scalable storage solutions. OpenZFS on Windows offers increased efficiency in data management, enhanced reliability through checksums and compression, and simplified storage administration. While the Windows port is still in beta, it provides a stable foundation for managing ZFS datasets with cautionary notes about potential bugs or crashes during early adoption.
The software can be installed via winget, ensuring seamless integration into your development or production environment.
