I’ve booted back into Windows so I could write some more posts on Windows software, but during my time in Ubuntu I have accumulated some things that I’d like to access in Windows.  As you probably know, Windows doesn’t allow you to access your Linux partitions normally.  A great way to accomplish this is with Ext2 IFS For Windows.

There really isn’t much explanation on how to accomplish this since the installation is extremely easy.  During installation it will ask you to give the partition(s) drive letters.  Then once the software is installed you can access the partitions through My Computer.  It didn’t require me to restart my computer, which was a definite plus.  The installation went smoothly, and I have no trouble accessing my files.  I have yet to try to write to the Ext2 partitions, but I really don’t think I’ll have a need for that right now.  You can see from my screenshot below that I have two new drive letters (Y and Z) in My Computer.

I’m running Windows Vista and it is working fine.  I also read on the software’s website that it is possible to access Ext3 partitions.  The FAQ mentions that mounting an Ext3 partition as Ext2 can cause some problems if it is not properly dismounted.  You may want to read the FAQ if you happen to have an Ext3 partition.  Also, it is possible to uninstall the program through the Add/Remove Programs dialogue in the Control Panel.