ntfs-3g ☆

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Description:
Read-write NTFS driver for FUSE

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: System utilities

Tags: filesystem ntfs fuse windows linux driver

Install: brew install ntfs-3g

About:
Ntfs3g is a stable, open-source FUSE-based driver that provides read and write access to NTFS file systems on Linux and other Unix-like systems. It allows users to seamlessly mount Windows partitions for data exchange without kernel-level modifications. The driver supports standard file system operations including ACLs, extended attributes, and transparent compression.

Key Features:

Full read/write access to NTFS partitions
FUSE-based implementation for safe user-space operation
Support for Windows ACLs and extended attributes
Transparent decompression of compressed files
Stable and actively maintained

Use Cases:

Dual-boot systems requiring shared file access between Windows and Linux
External drive compatibility for data transfer
Server environments accessing Windows-formatted storage

Alternatives:

kernel NTFS driver – Built-in Linux kernel driver with limited write support and no ACLs
Paragon NTFS – Commercial alternative with proprietary licensing

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