Change the default way that a file type opens in windows XP

We have already discussed about the file and extensions type in Microsoft windows xp. Now, we will discuss how to open a file in other program.   Like if I have a file in Microsoft word and I want it open it with notepad, then I have to change the details for that particular file extension to create a permanent default for that file type. For Example –I want my all .gif files always open with windows picture and Fax viewer, I  can configure it by following these steps >   Go to start menu and select Control Panel....

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File Name Extensions

A set of characters at the end of the file name which describes the type of information which the file has is called File extension. A file name extension can also indicate which application is associated with the file. For instance, my file is mypicture.jpg. Here jpg is the file extension, which describes that this file is a paint document. Likewise if my file name is mydocuments.doc than then .doc is a Microsoft word document.   While accessing a fine in Microsoft windows xp, it compares the file name extension to the already installed...

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Understanding File and Folder Types

As we have discussed in our earlier post about the attributes of files and folders. In this post we will discuss about the files to which windows xp provides access.  Local - Local files are those files and folders which are stored on local computer.  Shared Files – These files and folders are shared between the users. They can be shared between from one computer to another or from one network to another network.  Offline - Files and folders from network shares that are available when you are not connected to the network. Offline...

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