LPIC-1 Devices, Filesystems and FHS Practice Question
Which THREE of the following filesystem types are journaling filesystems? (Choose exactly three.)
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to confuse ext2 with ext3/ext4, assuming all ext* filesystems are journaling, or they mistakenly think VFat has journaling capabilities due to its widespread use in removable media.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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ext4
ext4 is a journaling filesystem that uses a journal to record metadata changes before they are written to the main filesystem, ensuring consistency after a crash. It is the default filesystem for many Linux distributions and supports features like extents and delayed allocation.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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ext4
Why this is correct
Correct: ext4 supports journaling.
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XFS
Why this is correct
Correct: XFS supports journaling.
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ext2
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: ext2 does not have journaling.
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Btrfs
Why this is correct
Correct: Btrfs supports journaling with CoW.
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VFat
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: VFat (FAT32) has no journaling.
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