Definition: The root folder of any partition is the "highest" folder in the hierarchy. The root folder contains all other folders and can also contain files.
For example, the root folder of the main partition on your computer is probably C:\. The root folder of your DVD or CD drive might be D:\.
Also Known As: "the root"
Examples:
"Sometimes I download programs from the Internet to my root folder so I don't forget where I put them!"
