e4defrag
5.8#8 in disk defragmentation softwareFree planFree planLinux
Visite4defrag vs Microsoft Quick Assist
Microsoft Quick Assist
6.7#28 in remote support softwareFree planFree planWebmacOSWindows
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| Fact | e4defrag | Microsoft Quick Assist |
|---|---|---|
| Permissions | Non-privileged users can run it on their own files, but the fragmentation score is not printed for -c runs unless run as root. | The helper can request control, but the person sharing the device must allow the screen-sharing connection and separately allow a control request. |
| Purpose | e4defrag is an online defragmenter for extent based files on ext4 filesystems. | Quick Assist lets someone get help with a computer problem from family or friends, or help them remotely. |
| Support | The project README directs bug reports for its programs to Ted Ts’o by email. | Microsoft directs users with Quick Assist problems, questions, or suggestions to the Feedback Hub app. |
e4defrag plans
- e4defragFree
Microsoft Quick Assist plans
- Quick AssistFree
Pick e4defrag if…
e4defrag suits Linux users who need to check or defragment supported files on ext4. It is not suited to the unsupported file types listed or targets on other filesystem types.
Pick Microsoft Quick Assist if…
Quick Assist suits people who need an approved helper to assist with a Windows PC, or who want to guide someone else through a computer problem. macOS and web access apply only to Microsoft Support interactions, with web use limited to verified Microsoft support agents.