For compatibility with earlier 16-bit DOS and Windows 3.1 applications, Windows 95/98 created an 8.3 short name that was maintained alongside the long name. That compatibility was dropped in Windows ...

Why is Mac so fussey with file names when it comes to sharing with Windows? Some users complain of file names too short cause issues. Others say if the files names are too long there can be issues? I ...

There are a number of good tips to keep in mind when you name your folders, files, and web pages. These tips will help to keep your URLs short and specific to what they involve. Good file naming will ...

Russell Smith is a technology consultant and trainer specializing in management and security of Microsoft server and client technologies. He is a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer with more than 15 ...

The 8-character file names originating with DOS and also used in Windows. See Win short file names. THIS DEFINITION IS FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. All other reproduction requires permission.