You do not know but you search for keywords "F-Secure warned Microsoft" about what this is error security And this is News of F-Secure Would-be Windows 7 users have been warned to change a default setting which could leave them vulnerable to attack via bogus files. As a result, Microsoft is taking flak for failing to correct a problem found in previous editions of Windows. Hidden File Extensions by Default The issue involves the way Windows Explorer displays filenames. In all editions of Windows after Windows 98, the default setting hides the filename extension (which identifies what type of file it is). This means that a Word file titled 'partyinvite.doc' will show up in Windows Explorer as simply 'partyinvite'. The only exception to this rule is if Windows does not recognize the file type. The reason for this setting is that it makes for a less cluttered look and avoids filling the screen with redundant detail. However, a flaw in the way it works leaves it liable to exploitation by hackers. They can take an executable file (which can do much more damage to a computer when opened) and disguise it by calling it 'partyinvite.doc.exe'. Executable File Icon Appearance Ambiguous Windows will see this, treat it as a Word document file, and simply display it as 'partyinvite'. Because executable files can be set up to appear with any icon (usually one specific to the program concerned), anyone could set this file to appear with the Word icon. This means that unless the user has the 'Details' view switched on and notices that the file is listed as an 'Application', they would have little chance of realizing it was not a legitimate Word file. (Source: computerworld.com) Security firm F-Secure has noted this option is still the default setting in Windows 7, despite the problem. It's possible Microsoft could still change this in Windows 7, but it seems unlikely now that the system is at the Release Candidate stage. (Source: f-secure.com) Users More Easily Fooled It's worth remembering that you should never open any file unless you are 100% certain it is legitimate and comes from a trusted source. However, most users are much more likely to be fooled by a document file than an executable program file, particularly when it is spread through an email virus. A rogue executable file can do much more damage, as it can attack Windows directly rather than have to exploit a specific problem in an application. Windows Explorer's settings can be changed so that the legitimate file extension is always visible, regardless of what view mode you have selected. To make the change, open a folder in Windows Explorer, select Folder Options from the Tools menu, and then choose the View tab. From here, un-select the options 'Hide extensions for known file types'.
Purchase of the laptop Toshiba and they give you the DVD Windows Vista Ultimate OEM , you can use it for many different computer
I've used vista and windows 7. I recomend win 7. there is several minor bug in win 7. but it a lot faster.
This is a bug/feature given for the newbies by windows. Its one of the first things to be changed when a new installation of windows ( Xp till 7 ). So i am curious if you have answered about the stabilty of Windows Vista Ultimate over 7 Ultimate? i see windows 7 as Vista SP2 so obviously 7 is more stable . any comments?
This is a general comment of all members, and each felt for the two products operating system And select the safe use in security internet I don't want you or anyone is a victim to virus
In my experience, you are unable to use a Dell, Toshiba or HP OEM Windows disk to load Windows and it is also illegal.
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I used windows vista before windows 7, but when i tried win 7 i`ll never return to vista or xp for a few reasons, windows 7 is more faster and stable than vista and it`s using less resources than vista.
Vista is rugged but stabe and proven .windows 7 seems to be the best but time alone will can tell whether it can withstand future tests also
But isn't it that Windows 7 is still in initial stage? Why would it be better than Vista? Most of the time, the newer ones has more issues? fong47
I think from the responses so far it is clear that you should wait for Windows 7. I used it on my laptop since it came out in beta without a glitch. It is fast and stable, even in beta.
Window's 7 > Vista. I have had very little problem's with Window's Vista as well as with Window's 7. They are both great browsers, at the moment I'm just anxious to see Chrome O/S in what 2010, 2011?