Fragmentation in computing

Fragmentation in computing In computing, fragmentation refers to the phenomenon where digital files or data are stored in non-contiguous or scattered pieces across a storage medium, such as a hard disk drive or a solid-state drive. Fragmentation occurs when a file or data is modified, deleted, or added over time, causing the storage medium to have free spaces scattered across its available capacity. This can result in inefficient storage utilization and reduced performance when accessing or retrieving data.