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File Managers

AC

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Are there any operating systems with file managers or utilities that treat data as resources, for example:
1) can identify whether files are exactly the same (not just timestamp or size but content) and automatically rename or skip,
2) can track and update shortcuts linked to files,
3) can allow me to add notes about a file, and
4) can offer read/write protection.

Basically, I'm looking for a database-like file system...
1) to prevent duplicate files and provide version control,
2) to prevent broken links in shortcuts and web pages,
3) to easier identify a file rather from just the filename alone,
4) to prevent accidental deletion.

It may have a lot of I/O, so maybe also an option to switch between simple and advanced mode.

Anyone seen any utilities or file managers like this?
 
Why do you need all of that? I know CVS has a few of those options, so if you dont necessarily need it for the core system, you could setup a cvs server.
 
Well, it's not really needed, but maintenance is just a drag.
No, not limited to source code files specifically.
 
CVS is the only thing I can think of too... and MacOS's forking crap, but that sux....

I suppose if you were motivated you could use SQL
 
Originally posted by: AC
Well, it's not really needed, but maintenance is just a drag.
No, not limited to source code files specifically.

Who said anything about src files? I thought I read somewhere cvs can handle binaries too... Maybe Im wrong though. Either way, take care of your system, it makes maintenance easier than a bunch of intensive features does.
 
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