Why are some file names in green or blue in color? Well, Windows has a unique way of identifying the folder or files that are either compressed or encrypted by the current user. If any folder or its ...

Today’s post will explore a relatively simple way to search, find, and list all your EFS encrypted and compressed files/folders on Windows 11/10. You will find this how-to guide essentially helpful if ...

Windows Explorer allows you to browse the files and folders stored on your Windows computer or attached media. By default, Windows Explorer displays the names of files and folders in black font. Files ...

Zip files are the simplest and most basic compressed file types for compressing several files into one. Zip files are referred to as compressed files, because they reduce the overall file size ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. You can easily compress and extract files with your macOS, iOS, Windows, Android, or ChromeOS device by using a ...

Ever download a folder full of files, only to notice all of the documents inside are zipped shut and encrypted—basically the digital version of Fort Knox? These are examples of the ever-wonderful, yet ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about fitness, health and wearable tech Zip files are incredibly useful for sharing data over email, cloud storage and on ...