file compression

Windows users, we need to talk about file compression—a technology as essential as it is somewhat mundane. Yes, it's the trusty WinRAR's turn in the spotlight. A recent update to this veteran software promises faster context menus, a boost in compression speed, and a smoother dark mode...

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...

Ah, the eternal battle between human ingenuity and the hard drive that's perpetually running out of space. You’ve been there – staring at the eerily red bar warning you that storage is just about tapped out. Fear not, Windows 11 users! Microsoft has a treasure trove of strategies to squeeze...

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...

I've done my research, with absolutely no results. I've gone page to page, searching for answers, and I've come across nothing. Every solution is already applied to me, but the problem still persists. I seem to have lost association to all .iso's. Every one I have (20+) and any that I download...

I have Webroot for my security (5-PC License) and cannot find a virus, but I have three problems I can't ID or eliminate that started all at the same time on my Windows 10 system: 1) There are these stupid blue arrows pointing at each other overlaid on most of my icons and files and folders...

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I have a bootable USB stick of a maximum capacity of 30 GB and a current content of 6 GB. Now I want to make a backup of this USB flash with a minimum resulting size. At this moment oftentimes a tool "USB image tool" is mentioned. When I make a backup from this USB flash drive with this tool...

How do you create a zip file in windows 8? Do you have to download software to do this? Thanks.

I have a Dell Inspiron 1721 connected to a new Seagate external hard drive. The Inspiron has 280GB of which 85 are free. The Seagate has 465GB with 445GB free. Several times I have attempted to back up the Inspiron and so far have been unsuccessful. The message I get is: Your last backup...

Although originally working, now W7 backup will not work. I am running 32bit Ultimate I have emptied the backup drive,started a whole new backup - the back up starts ... runs to about 80% of progress bar ... then fails with message Backup failed to complete. The error code is ox81000015...

I created a WMV file that ended up being 374 MB and another 97.5 MB. However, I wanted to forward the files to someone and Yahoo email will not allow to send larger than 25 MB. So I am the pickle in the pickle jar. I have Windows 7 Ultimate. I am trying to find out if WinZip will zip each...

I have Win 7 Home Premium SP1. For the past year and a half, I've been using the Win 7 backup about once a month without any problems. My hard drive is partitioned into drives C and D, and I back up onto an external hard disk, which appears as Drive I when connected. (The external hard disk is...

I'm running Windows 7. When I "right click, save" pics from the web, they oftentimes show up as a flat colored line. In the folder they've been saved in, the thumbnail looks normal, but when you open it, it's a mess. Or the picture is compressed to the point it no longer resembles the original...

I'm doing a Windows 7 tutorial. In it I'm imaging a Windows 7 Virtual Machine. I rebooted the VM and booted from my physical WinPE CD. The book SPTK 70-680 (Ian McLean) gives pretty good instructions but I have different drive letters than what’s in the book. The book says to enter...

It is now possible to upload raw .dmp files from c:\windows\minidump using the Attachment system. I am currently doing some work on explaining how this Crash Dump analysis process works in a video, and realized it is not possible to upload these files. I have also increased the maximum upload...

I want to zip a file so i can get the dmp files to you guys for more assistance with my BSOD. How do I do that?

If you wish someone to assist you with BSOD this is the procedure: Download, extract and run the W7F Diagnostic Tool by right clicking on the W7F Diagnostic Tool executable and choosing Run as administrator . Click on Grab All . When done, go to your desktop --> Right Click on "W7F_folder -->...

Is there an unzip utility that comes with Windows 7? Or do I need to get Winzip? Or is this the same thing? Got new laptop for hubby and just not sure. I have XP and Vista on my old PCs and have used Winzip all the time. Thanks.