Solved Files and Their Usage in Vista

DrDOS

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I'm not sure if any forum can answer this but I'd thought I'd at least start here. If anyone knows where this should've been asked, I'd appreciate your direction. Hopefully there even is an answer but you can't get an answer if you don't ask the question.

With all the viruses, malware, etc. created today I see a lot of comments about a file being disguised as a regular windows file. Or there is misleading information saying that this windows file is really a virus and you should delete it and it turns out to really be legitimate.

My question is this: Is there a central repository or database that any end user can look at which displays and explains the different files in any operating system? I don't have the original CD/DVD because my laptop was built by the store I purchased it from (and it's not because I don't trust the store especially BB).

Some specs:
Vista HB SP2
2 GB RAM
>50% space free on the hard drive
Toshiba Satellite L305-S5919

Thanks to you if there is some place on the internet and you can direct me to it. I appreciate your time.
 

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    Dell XPS420
    Memory
    6 gig
    Graphics card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD3650 256 MB
    Sound Card
    Intergrated 7.1 Channel Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell SP2009W 20 inch Flat Panel w Webcam
    Hard Drives
    640 gb
    Cooling
    Fan
    Mouse
    Dell USB 4 button optical
    Keyboard
    Dell USB
    Other Info
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RichC,

Thanks for that URL. It will certainly prove useful when needed.

I'm still hoping there is a way to see what file does what but that may be a pie in the sky and I won't hold my breath.

Appreciate your speedy response.

Take care.
 

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Look at my link, Upper left, Upload a file
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Dell XPS420
    Memory
    6 gig
    Graphics card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD3650 256 MB
    Sound Card
    Intergrated 7.1 Channel Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell SP2009W 20 inch Flat Panel w Webcam
    Hard Drives
    640 gb
    Cooling
    Fan
    Mouse
    Dell USB 4 button optical
    Keyboard
    Dell USB
    Other Info
    DSL provided by ATT
Any problems or questions just ask.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Dell XPS420
    Memory
    6 gig
    Graphics card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD3650 256 MB
    Sound Card
    Intergrated 7.1 Channel Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell SP2009W 20 inch Flat Panel w Webcam
    Hard Drives
    640 gb
    Cooling
    Fan
    Mouse
    Dell USB 4 button optical
    Keyboard
    Dell USB
    Other Info
    DSL provided by ATT
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