One simple Python script transformed my chaotic downloads folder into a well-organized haven, eliminating the need for manual ...

If you need to keep an identical set of files and folders on two different computers or on other disks, or in different locations, file and folder synchronization utilities will help you do so easily.

Who needs a mouse anyway?

Directory Opus adds a “Light†version that is very feature-rich. At less than half the cost of the Pro version, it’s worth a look for anyone who wants a better Windows Explorer. Directory Opus is ...

In the blog post Java SE 7 Brings Better File Handling than Ever to Groovy, I discussed how the addition of NIO.2 features in JDK 7 means better file handling for Groovy scripts. My particular focus ...

If you have enabled the showing of hidden files and folders on your Windows PC and you open the C Drive, you may have seen a hidden $SysReset folder. Maybe you have ...

When you need to know when a file or folder appears, disappears or is renamed -- in fact, if almost anything at all happens in the file system -- you can have Windows notify your application so that ...

The scenario is straightforward: You receive a message with an attachment in Mail and double-click the attached file to open it in the appropriate app. But what ...