In the pre-Windows 8 eras, the default app can be set for a file type by manipulating the registry, which means you could craft a script and execute via the command line to change default apps. But the registry trick no longer works since Windows 8, …
Familiar with Linux commands? You may already know many tips and tricks that will save you a lot of time. Here are some that I have been using for a long period of time, including Tab auto-completion, when you type something in Linux terminal and hit …
In Firefox 79 and earlier versions, exporting and importing saved passwords was a challenging job as there were no extensions or built-in options to get these essential jobs done. Luckily, Mozilla Firefox 80 and later versions include built-in options to export and import passwords saved in …
Here is how to unzip a file in Ubuntu Linux terminal. This blog post explains the unzip command in Linux with examples. On Ubuntu Linux systems, unzip command is used to list, test and extract compressed files in a ZIP archive. The default behavior (with no …
There is no shortage for a file synchronization tool on this market, most of which are commercial grade that also offers a free-tier for entry-level uses, such as Dropbox, OneDrive, Box, etc.. However, if you are looking for one that’s free, unlimited file syncing tool that …
Microsoft Defender, a built-in antivirus in the Windows 10 operating system is now able to download files from the web. A recent update to Windows 10’s built-in Microsoft Defender antivirus now brings a new capability, which allows users to download files from the Internet. As a …
Microsoft Excel remains the most popular spreadsheet application in the world. Excel spreadsheet data is often sensitive, containing personal or financial data. Understandably, you might consider additional protection for your Excel files, such as a password. You can password protect any Excel file using several options, …
Up until recently, if you accidentally deleted a file that has passed the recycle bine and doesn’t have the backup, your best chance is to use one of those 3rd party file recovery tools and take your chance there. Microsoft says there is a better way …