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Methods for conversion of update blocks based on association with host file management data structures

US8341375B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 19, 2007
Grant dateDec 25, 2012
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Expiry dateJan 8, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2212/7202
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for operating a memory system is provided. In this method, a sequential update block is provided and a write command is received to write data. The write command comprises a logical address associated with the data. If the logical address is associated with a host file management data structure, then the sequential update block is converted to a chaotic update block. After the conversion, the data are written to the chaotic update block.

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