WinBackup Does Not Identify Files with Long Filenames

 Last reviewed: August 21, 1995
Article ID: Q132804
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

When you restore files that you backed up with WinBackup, any file with a long filename is not identified correctly.

CAUSE

Older backup programs, such as WinBackup, do not work correctly with long filenames.

RESOLUTION

Contact the manufacturer of your backup software to see if an upgrade is available.

MORE INFORMATION

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KBCategory: kb3rdparty
KBSubcategory: posfest win95 lfn appscomp
Additional reference words: 95

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Last reviewed: August 21, 1995
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