The Amazing Journey of a File: From Bits to Bytes and Back Again

This article takes you on a captivating journey into the heart of your computer's file system. By tracking a simple text file, the author uses Linux tools to pinpoint its physical location on the hard drive, deciphering the inode structure and transforming abstract bits into meaningful file information. This engaging exploration proves the seemingly simple concept that disks and memory are merely 'bunches of bits', demystifying the process with hands-on experimentation.