file extensions

Winsage
November 25, 2024
File Server Resource Manager (FSRM) is a tool for administrators to manage file storage on Windows servers. It allows for quota management, file type blocking, and space utilization reporting. FSRM must be installed on all servers where File Dynamics will manage quotas, including the Engine host. To install FSRM on a Windows server, follow these steps: 1. Open Server Manager, select Add Roles and Features, and proceed with a role-based installation. 2. Choose the target server and navigate to File and Storage Services to select File Server Resource Manager. 3. Optionally, install additional features like .NET Framework 4.7. 4. Click Install and verify successful installation through Server Manager. To configure quotas, navigate to Quota Management in FSRM, create a quota for a specific folder, and set notification thresholds. For file screening, create file groups to block or allow specific file types, and set up file screen templates. Additional features like Storage Reports can be configured to generate reports on file usage by scheduling report tasks and specifying parameters. The initial step to install a file server in Windows Server is to install the File Server role from Server Manager and configure the shared folder properties.
Winsage
November 5, 2024
Paint 3D is no longer available in the Microsoft Store but can still be installed on Windows 10 and Windows 11, including version 24H2. Users can download the necessary appx file from various sources, extract the files, and double-click the appx file to install it. Microsoft’s official ISO images for Windows 10 also include Paint 3D pre-installed for consumer installations.
Winsage
October 29, 2024
Microsoft is developing a project called Windows Agent Arena, which aims to create AI agents that can perform tasks on Windows 11 PCs. This open-source framework allows developers to build and test AI agents capable of understanding screen content and executing commands. The AI agents can automate various tasks, such as adjusting privacy settings in Microsoft Edge, installing extensions in VSCode, and modifying settings in applications like VLC and Paint. Researchers have indicated that the initial model can manage up to 150 different tasks, with a specific AI agent named Navi achieving a 19.5% success rate in task completion. Microsoft has also open-sourced a screen-understanding model called "Omniparser" to assist developers in creating more effective agents.
Winsage
October 1, 2024
Recent investigations by cybersecurity experts have revealed that specific ransomware variants leave identifiable traces in Windows Event Logs, enhancing organizations' ability to detect human-operated ransomware attacks. JPCERT/CC confirmed that ransomware families such as Conti, Phobos, Midas, BadRabbit, and Bisamware exhibit unique signatures in event logs. Conti generates event IDs 10000 and 10001, Phobos leaves traces with event IDs 612, 524, and 753, Midas is marked by Event ID 7040, BadRabbit installs cscc.dat documented in Event ID 7045, and Bisamware is indicated by Event IDs 1040 and 1042. While event logs cannot prevent attacks, they are crucial for damage investigations and understanding attack methodologies. Experts recommend centralizing Event ID 7045 logs, implementing automated detection systems, and utilizing PowerShell scripts to monitor system logs for suspicious activities. Organizations should also develop comprehensive log collection systems, advanced hunting queries, and custom detection rules to improve ransomware detection capabilities.
Winsage
August 23, 2024
In Windows 11, users can change file extensions easily to correct mislabeling issues. File extensions, such as .png or .mp4, indicate how the operating system should handle files, while file types refer to the actual format of the file. To view file extensions in File Explorer, users can navigate to the folder, click on View, and select Show > File name extensions. To change a file extension, users highlight the file, rename it by deleting the old extension and adding a new one, and confirm the change. For changing multiple file extensions at once, users can use the Command Prompt by navigating to the folder, typing CMD in the address bar, and using the ren command. Changing file types or formats requires a conversion tool, such as iLoveIMG, where users can upload files and convert them to the desired format. It is advisable to review converted files before deleting the originals.
Winsage
July 8, 2024
Microsoft has introduced spell check and autocorrect features to Notepad for Windows 11 users. The features have been tested by Windows Insiders since March and are now available to all users. Autocorrect has shown to be inconsistent in tests, but users can disable both features in the Notepad settings. Microsoft has been adding new features to Notepad since 2018 to modernize the application.
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