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The program assignment tag on WindowsForum.com covers methods for associating software with specific file types or network adapters in Windows. Discussions include assigning a single program to handle multiple file extensions at once, such as associating a video player with .avi, .mpg, and .mkv files. Another common topic is binding a particular program to a specific network adapter, for example, routing Firefox traffic through a VPN adapter while other programs use the default connection. Users seek practical solutions for managing these assignments, especially when programs lack built-in settings for such configurations. The tag focuses on Windows 7 and similar systems, addressing both file association and network routing scenarios.
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    Windows 7 How to assign a new program to mulitple (!) extension at once?

    Ok there are many guides on how to assign ONE certain extension (e.g. .aaa) to one program myprog.exe so that a double click on a file myfile.aaa will automatically start the program and load the file. But what I need is a similar but different way of assignment. I want completely replace...
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    • batch assignment command line extensions file association file types gui utility myplayer program assignment video playback windows settings
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 How to select a certain network adapter (e.g.VPN) for usage of a certain prgm (e.g.Firefox)?

    Normally users have ONE network adapter for all programs (browsers, email clients, chats,...). Ok, now lets install an additional VPN. As far as I know a VPN client installs a second, virtual network adapter on a Win7 system. Assume I don't want to use one of the network adapters for ALL prgm...
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    • firefox internet explorer network adapter network settings program assignment routing thunderbird virtual adapter vpn windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Networking
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