How Do You Associate A File Extension With The Correct Program?
Associating file extensions with the correct program is rather easy if you know how to go about it. File extensions give you clues as to the type of file they are and the kind of program that you need to use in order to open or execute the files. You will know that a .jpeg file is an image file and that you need to use image viewer software to open such files. .Avi files are video files that need software such as Media Player to open the files. This appears easy but when your system displays the message “unknown file type” you are bound to take notice. This is because the file that you accessed is not opening for some reason. The operating system fails to identify the file type and it is therefore not able to associate it with the correct program. When You Need To Associate File Extensions With The Correct Program a. Let’s say you are surfing online and come across a game/song/video that you decide to download. However, before you download any file, make sure that you have scanned the
