hidden files and file extensions appeared

Recently hidden files appeared on my laptop, include desktop.ini, ehthumbs_vista.db and file extensions appeared on my files IE nomdufichier.avi, filename.jpg, filename.m4a.

I want to resolve this issue if there is no underlying cause for this.

If you do not want these options (personally, I like them myself), go it to start / Control Panel / folder Options / View and uncheck the box to view system and hidden files (or check the box to hide them).  Then check the box Hide extensions of known file types.  Click OK and these two 'problems' should now be gone.

I hope this helps.

Good luck!

Lorien - MCSA/MCSE/network + / has + - if this post solves your problem, please click the 'Mark as answer' or 'Useful' button at the top of this message. Marking a post as answer, or relatively useful, you help others find the answer more quickly.

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