WinFsp

WinFsp (Windows File System Proxy) is an open-source file system development platform that enables developers to create custom Windows file systems without writing complex kernel-mode code. It provides a framework for building user-mode file systems that appear as standard Windows drives and can be accessed through Windows applications and file management tools. WinFsp combines a kernel-mode file system driver with a user-mode library to handle file operations, system interactions, and communication between applications and custom storage implementations. The platform supports multiple programming interfaces, including native Windows APIs, FUSE2, FUSE3, and .NET, making it easier to develop and port file systems from Linux and other operating systems. WinFsp emphasizes stability, high performance, and compatibility with NTFS, delivering efficient file system operations across Windows 7 through Windows 11. Designed for both open-source and commercial applications.

Features

User-Mode File System Development: Build custom Windows file systems without requiring Windows kernel programming expertise, simplifying development and maintenance.
FUSE Compatibility: Supports FUSE2 and FUSE3 APIs, enabling developers to port Linux and Unix-based file systems to Windows with minimal modifications.
Multiple Development APIs: Provides native Windows, FUSE2, FUSE3, and .NET interfaces for implementing file systems using different programming languages and frameworks.
High Performance and Stability: Delivers efficient file operations with performance that rivals or exceeds NTFS in many scenarios, supported by extensive testing for reliability.
Windows Integration and Compatibility: Supports Windows 7 through Windows 11 on x86, x64, and ARM64 architectures, with Windows Explorer integration and network drive mapping capabilities.
Flexible Licensing and Deployment: Offers GPLv3 licensing with an open-source exception, commercial licensing options, and self-contained installation without external dependencies.

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GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3)

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