I would really appreciate some help on opening an .sys file from a Windows XP operating system, usually it would be opened with MS DOS but that is not an option with XP. Is there a program or application I must download to open these types of files?

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Katie:  the stability of XP is due in large part to built-in mechanisms to protect 
system files such as .sys and .dll.  If you change such a file today, XP can change 
it back tomorrow, so it can flip-flop just as if it were fighting a virus.  

If you are concerned about the suitability of a .sys file then there are tools in 
XP you can use:

1. File Signature Verification.
Click Start, Run, then type: sigverif
Choose Start in the dialog box.
System files will be checked for digital signatures and the results displayed.

2. System File Checker.
Log on as a System Administrator.
at the Run, type: cmd
In the Command Prompt, type: sfc /scanonce
All protected system files are scanned to verify that their version numbers link 
up with the operating sytem and that they haven't been replaced or corrupted.  Restart 
to execute.
If your .sys file has been overwritten, it will be replaced with the correct version 
by sfc.

Keeping your OS protected with anti-virus updates and scans will help XP do its job, 
as will weekly use of your Windows Update on the Start menu. 





On Monday, May 20, 2002 at 12:13 am, Katie Knake wrote:
>I would really appreciate some help on opening an .sys file from a Windows XP operating 
>system, usually it would be opened with MS DOS but that is not an option with XP. 
>Is there a program or application I must download to open these types of files?

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.sys files are legacy DOS real-mode drivers, which aren't supported in modern (Windows NT/2000/XP) versions of Windows. You'll need to find an up-to-date version of whichever driver you're trying to use, one which is compatible with Windows XP.

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Katie, Create shortcuts for notepad and/or wordpad under " C:\Documents and Settings\Katie\SendTo " --(assuming Katie is your log on name, that is). Next time you want to open any file that has no association, right click on it.. select SEND TO and choose between notepad or wordpad. Note: To edit any system file, you may have to right click, select properties and remove any read only attributes first. Dennis


On Monday, May 20, 2002 at 12:13 am, Katie Knake wrote:
>I would really appreciate some help on opening an .sys file from a Windows XP operating
>system, usually it would be opened with MS DOS but that is not an option with XP.
>Is there a program or application I must download to open these types of files?

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You can use notepad, word pad and if these two dont work try paint. Just right click on the file and choose the "open with..." option and choose any of the above programs. Some .sys files that come with desktop theme programs open with paint.

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>I would really appreciate some help on opening an .sys file from a Windows XP operating 
>system, usually it would be opened with MS DOS but that is not an option with XP. 
>Is there a program or application I must download to open these types of files?

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hi! i can open sys file with winzaz. but i don't know make sys file... help me....


On Monday, May 20, 2002 at 12:13 am, Katie Knake wrote:
>I would really appreciate some help on opening an .sys file from a Windows XP operating
>system, usually it would be opened with MS DOS but that is not an option with XP.
>Is there a program or application I must download to open these types of files?

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hi! can share the winzaz. help me....

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I want to know about kernel drivers ,how to create them?

It is urgent PLZZZZ HLP!!!!!!!

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Is this a joke ??

That's a huge subject, way out of the scope of this forum and certainly nothing 
to do with the thread you have posted into.

You need to read a developer's manual, attend an appropriate course or - if you already 
have expertise - start here

Good luck.

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