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If you’ve ever wondered why Windows 11 can make RAR files magically appear and disappear but leaves you scratching your head when you try to open them, you’re not alone—millions have watched that ever-familiar archive icon taunt them from the dark corners of their Downloads folder. Let’s dive...

Let’s face it—our Windows PCs are packrats, and the digital junk drawer is real. Before you know it, uncompressed files have staged a quiet coup, squatting on your C: drive, squeezing out precious gigabytes, and silently sabotaging your system’s performance until it rises up with that smug “Low...

Modern file archiving on Windows is taking a bold step forward with NanaZip, a fresh alternative to the much-loved 7-Zip. While 7-Zip has been a reliable workhorse for years, NanaZip offers a modern twist that Windows users are finding hard to ignore. In this article, we dive deep into what...

Splitting Large Files in Windows 11: A Comprehensive Guide Large files can be a real headache. Whether you’re sending hefty video files via email or storing massive archives on a flash drive, Windows 11 users often run into file size limitations. Fortunately, several methods exist to break down...

In the ever-evolving landscape of web development, setting up a local environment can feel as daunting as assembling IKEA furniture without the instructions. Luckily, XAMPP comes to the rescue, allowing developers to run a LAMP server—comprising Apache, MariaDB, PHP, and Perl—on their Windows 11...

File compression is a ubiquitous part of our digital lives. Whether you’re archiving files, sharing large collections, or installing software, efficient extraction is key. Although Windows 11’s File Explorer has stepped up with native support for formats like ZIP, RAR, and 7Z, dedicated...

For anyone who’s ever tried to email a large PDF or store countless documents without straining your hard drive, file size can be a real nuisance. Fortunately, Windows 11 users have a wealth of free, user-friendly options available to compress PDF files without sacrificing too much quality. In...

1. Process Lasso – Beyond the Basic Task Manager While Windows 11’s revamped Task Manager certainly has its merits, Process Lasso elevates process management to the next level. This tool is like your PC’s personal productivity coach—it doesn't just list your running applications; it gives you...

In a world where digital communication is king, file size limitations can become your worst enemy. Sending a massive document via email? Trying to upload a video for a project? Fear not! Windows 11 offers several ways to split those behemoth files into manageable chunks. Let’s dive into the...

Managing compressed files on Windows has always been a cornerstone task for power users, IT pros, and even casual computer operators. This week marks an exciting update to some of the most-loved archiving tools—the iconic trio of WinRAR, 7-Zip, and NanaZip. These updates bring a buffet of...

In today's digital landscape, where every file can feel like an overstuffed suitcase ready to burst at the seams, having a reliable file compression tool is essential. Enter 7-Zip, a free application that is making waves as the go-to choice for file compression in Windows 11. This tool not only...

Sharing files nowadays can feel like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole—especially when file sizes collide with the limits imposed by email providers or cloud storage. Fortunately, file compression tools are here to save the day, allowing you to squish those pesky files down to a much...

Microsoft is adding native support for RAR, 7-Zip, and GZ archives to an upcoming version of Windows 11 expected this week. Today, Microsoft announced a flurry of news at the Build 2023 conference, including tomorrow's Windows 11 Moment 3 update and the new AI-powered Windows Copilot...

Hello. I would like to know if there is any way to decrease the context menu. I am uploading three images to illustrate what I mean. If I right click on an image or folder (images 1 and 3) you will see that the context menu is huge. The only way I know of to reduce this, is to remove the...

Hi Here's another example of why I hate apps! I decided to try the 7Zip Opener app, I always use 7-Zip anyway and maybe the app will make it easy to use. It's very easy to start with. So I install the app, (now with the normal desktop version of 7-Zip you just right click on the .zip or .rar...

When I try to open or extract my .rar archive I see. "The archive is either in unknown format or damaged." How to remove this error and to unpack my .rar file? Should I try another tools like 7-Zip? Thanks!

Hi, I was working on a document that was located in a zip archive. I have 7-zip installed on my computer. I’m running Windows 8. I repeatedly saved the file in Word while I was working on it. However, I’ve since rebooted the computer and my file is missing. All of the “saves” I’ve made didn’t...

I have an NAS (Network Attached Storage) but I recently set up. (It replaces the old NAS I left turned off for three years. The drive is unchanged from the old machine, it simply has a new machine around it.) There are a lot of zip files I have stored on it. Every one of them, if I dry to...

I have Microsoft Security Essentials on my Windows 7 computer and I get this “Windows Security Alert” from Cleanerworrysaferyin saying it detected Trojans and ready to remove them. They want to put up a setup.zip. I was watching Netflix and my computer stop dead in its tracks and this warning...

I play Minecraft a lot, and many of the mods that I download use .zip to open. So I used to do this before, but for some reason I uninstalled 7-zip, so I tried re-installing it. The file that I use to open .zip files is the 7zFM (7-zip File Manager). But whenever I try to set that application as...