Microsoft hides file extensions in Windows by default even though it's a security risk that is commonly abused by phishing emails and malware distributors to trick people into opening malicious files.

The default setting for Windows is to not display a file's extension, which is the last period in a file name followed by 2 or 3 letters. Therefore, when viewing files in Windows you would only see ...

One of our readers reported that all the file extensions have changed to some unknown file format. If so, it could be a virus! If a virus has changed all the files extensions to unknown applications, ...

File Extension is that which identifies the file type. If you are a regular Windows user, then it is not at all a problem to identify the file type. For it is very important to see file extension to ...

One of the easiest ways to render your computer unusable is to mess with the operating system’s files and settings–one accidental deletion of a single file can ...

Looking for a lost picture or document? Trying to make it easier to view and manage all your files? These tips will help you master File Explorer in Windows 10 and 11. Lance is an experienced writer ...

It’s easy to assume the files we download and install to our computers are exactly what they say they are. After all, an app with a high quality icon and a correct name to match looks legit: Why ...

File Explorer is probably one of your most frequently used tools if you are a Windows user. However, if you stick to its default settings, you are not utilizing its full potential. It comes with ...