PartitionMagic
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PartitionMagic is a computer program for hard disk drive partitioning originally made by the PowerQuest corporation but now owned by Symantec. The program runs on Microsoft Windows operating systems or from a bootable CD-ROM and enables creation and modification of partitions. Existing partitions can be resized without loss of data.
PartitionMagic is capable of resizing an NTFS or FAT (16 or 32) partitions, which is a distinct advantage over other partitioning tools. It also has the ability to copy and move partitions, including to other disks.
It is also able to convert from FAT16 to FAT32, and from FAT (16 or 32) to NTFS, and viceversa, and has somewhat limited support for ext2 and ext3 partitions.
PartitionMagic, while under PowerQuest, was updated regularly, adding new and useful features. Since Symantec purchased the application, there has not yet been a new release, and Symantec has stated that it has no plans on releasing a new version.
Warning: in some cases permanent data loss may occur. It is highly recommended to back up data before resizing or moving partitions.