NTFS reads/writes fine on Linux. But if anything goes wrong then you might need a utility to fix it (Mostly caused by sudden unplugging). If you have the option, I would suggest you format and the media drive in EXT4. Mind you, EXT4 can only be read by Linux systems.

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If it does not anymore, install the OS again.

I have a continuous urge to buy a lot of EOL laptops… I must resist.