>> OS X's way of identifying >> files is through the file extension, just like on a Windows machine. >> I was annoyed. But, I >> now see benefits. Having the file type as a three letter >> extension gives you flexibility in changing file types on stubborn >> files, since, if all else fails, you can just change the extension. >> John A. Ardelli
> Question: > So, in OS X, a person could change the extension from .cwk to .doc > & then it would open in MS Word? > (I use OS 8.6) Yes, if you just tried to open the file, it would open in MS word, but unless Word knows how to open ClarisWorks files, you would end up with a page full of garbage, or an error message. -- The iMac List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | - Epson Stylus Color 580 Printers - new at $69 | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> iMac List info: <http://lowendmac.com/imac/list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/imac-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
