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Tuesday, 25 November 2025
Linux Operating System UBUNTU 25_ How to format a USB Drive or a USB Hard Disk Drive using UBUNTU 25
Copilot , could you please teach me or give me a step-by-step procedure how do I format a THUMBDRIVE or a USB DIVE with UBUNTU 25 Linux ? THANKS.
MICROSOFT Copilot Answer
Formatting a USB drive in Ubuntu
Before we start: formatting erases everything on the drive. If there’s anything you want to keep, back it up first. Formatting sets up a new filesystem (like FAT32, exFAT, NTFS, or ext4) so the drive can store files and work with your devices cyberly.org.
Choosing a filesystem
FAT32: Broad compatibility with Windows, macOS, Linux, game consoles, and cameras. Not ideal for files over 4 GB.
Widely supported across operating systems linuxvox.com.
exFAT: Best for cross‑platform use when you need files larger than 4 GB. Good for modern devices.
NTFS: Best when primarily used with Windows; Linux can read/write but it’s not native.
ext4: Native Linux; not ideal if you need to use the drive with Windows/macOS.
Sources: linuxvox.com
Method 1: Using Disks (GUI — simplest)
- Open Disks: Press Super (Windows) key, type “Disks,” and open the “Disks” utility.
Ubuntu Disks provides an easy GUI method to format USB drives WikiHow.
- Select your USB drive: In the left sidebar, pick the USB device (not your internal disk).
- Unmount if needed: Click the stop icon if a partition shows as mounted.
- Format the partition:
- Click the gear icon under the volume, choose Format Partition.
- Name: Enter a label (e.g., “USB”).
- Type: Choose FAT for FAT32, Other for exFAT/NTFS if available, or Ext4 for Linux.
- Confirm. This erases data and creates a new filesystem.
- Create a new partition (if drive is blank):
- Click the gear icon for the device, choose Format Disk (use MBR/DOS for maximum compatibility), then + to create a new partition and format it.
Disks, GParted, and Terminal are the common step‑by‑step methods on Ubuntu WikiHow.
Method 2: Using GParted (GUI — advanced control)
- Install GParted: Open Terminal and run:
- sudo apt update
- sudo apt install gparted
- Open GParted: Launch it from the app menu. Select your USB device from the top-right dropdown.
- Unmount partitions: Right‑click each mounted partition and choose Unmount.
- Optional: Repartition table: Device → Create Partition Table (choose msdos for widest compatibility).
- Create and format:
- Right‑click the unallocated space → New.
- File system: Choose fat32, exfat, ntfs, or ext4.
- Label: Set a name.
- Click the green checkmark to apply.
GParted offers granular control when formatting USB drives on Ubuntu WikiHow.
Method 3: Using Terminal (CLI — precise and fast)
- Identify the USB device:
- lsblk
- Find your drive (e.g., /dev/sdb). Double‑check size to avoid your system disk.
- Unmount partitions:
- sudo umount /dev/sdb1 (adjust for your device and partition).
- Optional: Create a fresh partition table and a single partition:
- sudo parted /dev/sdb --script mklabel msdos
- sudo parted /dev/sdb --script mkpart primary fat32 1MiB 100%
- Format the partition:
- FAT32: sudo mkfs.vfat -F 32 -n USB /dev/sdb1
- exFAT: sudo mkfs.exfat -n USB /dev/sdb1
- NTFS: sudo mkfs.ntfs -Q -L USB /dev/sdb1
- ext4: sudo mkfs.ext4 -L USB /dev/sdb1
- Verify:
- lsblk -f to confirm the label and filesystem.
- Replug or mount with sudo mount /dev/sdb1 /mnt if needed.
Terminal is one of the standard methods used to format USB drives in Ubuntu WikiHow. Formatting creates a new filesystem and erases existing data cyberly.org.
Practical tips and cautions
- Double‑check the device: Always verify the device path (like /dev/sdb) before running commands.
- Compatibility first: Use FAT32 or exFAT if you need cross‑platform support; ext4 for Linux‑only use linuxvox.com.
- Large files: Choose exFAT if you’ll store files larger than 4 GB.
- Label wisely: A clear label helps you identify the drive quickly.
File system choices and their compatibility are key to successful formatting linuxvox.com.
Want me to tailor this?
Tell me how you plan to use the drive (Windows/Mac/Linux, media devices, file sizes), and I’ll recommend the exact filesystem and command or clicks for your setup.
Sunday, 23 November 2025
5G Laptop _ How to use a 5G Laptop to make a telephone calls
Quick Answer:
Some of the best mobile apps you can install on your 5G laptop or smartphone for crystal-clear VoIP calls in 2025 are Zoom, Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, Skype, and Talk360. These apps are optimized for high-speed networks like 5G, ensuring smooth, HD-quality voice and video calls across devices Analytics Insight Forbes Talk360.
📱 Top VoIP Apps for 5G Laptops & Smartphones
Zoom
- Known for video conferencing, but also offers HD-quality VoIP calls.
- Works seamlessly across laptops and smartphones.
- Great for both personal and business use Talk360.
Microsoft Teams
- Integrated with Office 365, ideal for professional collaboration.
- Offers crystal-clear voice calls and advanced features like call routing and AI support Analytics Insight Forbes.
WhatsApp
- Free, widely used, and supports HD voice calls over 5G.
- Perfect for personal communication across laptops (via WhatsApp Web/Desktop) and smartphones Analytics Insight.
Skype
- A classic VoIP app with strong global reach.
- Supports voice, video, and group calls with high clarity.
- Available on both laptops and smartphones Forbes.
Talk360
- Focused on affordable international calling.
- Offers clear VoIP calls even to non-app users (landlines and mobiles).
- Good option if you need to connect globally Talk360.
🌐 Why These Apps Work Well on 5G
- 5G networks provide ultra-low latency and high bandwidth, which means these apps can deliver near-instant voice transmission and HD audio quality.
- Apps like Zoom and Teams also leverage AI tools for noise suppression, making calls even clearer.
- With 5G, you can expect stable connections even during video-heavy conferences or while multitasking.
💡 Tips for Best Experience
- Use headphones or earbuds with noise cancellation for maximum clarity.
- Ensure your laptop or smartphone has the latest app updates.
- If you’re calling internationally, apps like Talk360 or Skype may save costs compared to traditional carriers.
Would you like me to also recommend Malaysia-specific VoIP apps or services that are popular locally, so you can connect more easily with friends and colleagues nearby?
Sources: Analytics Insight Forbes Talk360
Windows 8 Operating System _ Dual-boot Windows 8 with UBUNTU 25
1. Hi Copilot , I have a 500 GB Hard Disk Drive and I would like to have 2 different Operating System working in that 500 GB Hard Disk Drive , that is , Windows 8 Operating System and UBUNTU 25 , meaning , I would like to do a dual-boot between Windows 98 Operating System and Linux Operating System DEBIAN 13 . Copilot , could you please give me some technical tips or a step-by-step procedure how to do it . THANKS Copilot.
MICROSOFT Copilot Answer
Dual-boot overview with modern Linux and legacy Windows
It sounds like you’re mixing a few options: Windows 8 vs Windows 98, Ubuntu 25 vs Debian 13. Here’s the crux: dual-booting a modern Linux (Ubuntu 25 or Debian 13) with Windows 8 is straightforward; dual-booting with Windows 98 on modern hardware is highly impractical due to drivers, UEFI, GPT, and SATA issues. If Windows 98 is truly what you need (for old apps/games), I recommend virtualization for Win98 and a native install for Linux. If you meant Windows 8, I’ll give you the clean dual-boot steps below, plus notes for Debian 13.
Before you start
Backup everything: Use an external drive or cloud. You’ll be resizing partitions and installing bootloaders.
Decide the OS pair:
- If it’s Windows 8 + Ubuntu/Debian: proceed with the UEFI/GPT approach below (recommended). Debian Wiki linuxblog.io
- If it’s Windows 98 + Debian 13: use a VM for Windows 98 (e.g., VirtualBox/PCem), and dual-boot Linux with Windows 8 or 10 instead. Windows 98 does not support UEFI/GPT and has severe driver/compatibility limitations on modern systems.
Check firmware mode: Confirm if your PC uses UEFI (most modern systems) or legacy BIOS. UEFI + GPT keeps Windows Boot Manager and GRUB nicely isolated and makes the install order less critical. Debian Wiki
Disk planning for 500 GB HDD
Suggested layout (UEFI + GPT):
- EFI System Partition (ESP): 300–500 MB, FAT32, for bootloaders.
- Windows 8 partition: 200–300 GB NTFS (adjust to your needs).
- Linux root partition (/): 100–200 GB ext4.
- Linux swap: 4–8 GB (or a swapfile).
- Optional shared data: Remaining space NTFS for cross-access.
If the disk is MBR and you want UEFI/GPT: Convert MBR→GPT only if you’re on Windows 10/11 using MBR2GPT and you verify UEFI support first. For Windows 8 systems, plan a clean install to GPT if you want UEFI; otherwise stay legacy/MBR. With UEFI + GPT, Windows and GRUB are isolated, and reinstalling Windows doesn’t overwrite GRUB records. Debian Wiki
Sources: Debian Wiki
Step-by-step: Windows 8 + Ubuntu 25 or Debian 13 (UEFI/GPT)
Prepare Windows
- Update and backup: Ensure Windows is healthy; disable BitLocker/Device Encryption temporarily if present, as it can complicate dual-boot changes. Debian Wiki
- Shrink Windows partition: In Disk Management, shrink to free space for Linux (at least 60–100 GB).
- Fast startup/hibernation off: Disable Windows fast startup to avoid filesystem issues when swapping OS.
Create Linux installer
- Download ISO: Ubuntu 25 or Debian 13 from official sites.
- Make bootable USB: Use Rufus or balenaEtcher. Choose “GPT + UEFI” if you’re in UEFI mode.
BIOS/UEFI settings
- Boot mode: Set firmware to UEFI. Keep Secure Boot enabled if your distro supports it (Ubuntu usually does; Debian can with signed shim, but if you hit issues, disable Secure Boot temporarily). Debian Wiki linuxblog.io
Install Linux
- Boot USB: Select the installer in UEFI boot menu.
- Partitioning:
- Use the existing ESP (do not format; mount as /boot/efi).
- Create ext4 root (/) in the free space.
- Create swap (or plan a swapfile).
- Bootloader: Install GRUB to the EFI system partition (the installer will handle this).
- Finish and reboot: You should see GRUB with entries for Linux and Windows. Modern guides show this flow clearly for Ubuntu/Debian on UEFI systems. linuxblog.io Debian Wiki
Post-install
- Update GRUB: In Linux, run a grub update command (the installer often does this).
- Windows boot entry: If Windows doesn’t show in GRUB, boot Linux and add it via os-prober or manually; many Debian/Ubuntu guides cover recovering entries and UEFI nuances. Debian Wiki linuxblog.io
- Re-enable BitLocker (optional): Once confirmed stable; note BitLocker can complicate boot changes and GRUB access. Debian Wiki
Sources: Debian Wiki linuxblog.io
Notes specific to Debian 13
- UEFI + GPT is recommended: It isolates Windows Boot Manager and GRUB, making installation order less important and reducing bootloader conflicts. Debian Wiki
- Installer flow: The Debian installer will let you select the ESP for /boot/efi and install GRUB accordingly. Community guides and walkthroughs cover the exact screens and common pitfalls for Debian 13 dual-boot with Windows. YouTube Debian Wiki
Sources: YouTube Debian Wiki
If you truly need Windows 98
- Why dual-boot is impractical: Windows 98 lacks UEFI support, expects IDE controllers, and has poor drivers for SATA, modern GPUs, and large disks. It doesn’t understand GPT partitions.
- Practical route:
- Install Debian 13 (or Ubuntu) natively.
- Run Windows 98 inside a VM (VirtualBox, VMware, or PCem/86Box for better legacy hardware emulation).
- Share files via ISO/virtual disks or network emulation.
Common pitfalls and fixes
- Missing Windows in GRUB: Boot into Linux and run update-grub or add a manual GRUB chainloader entry for the Windows EFI file.
- Secure Boot conflicts: If Linux won’t boot under Secure Boot, disable it, finish setup, then optionally re-enable with signed bootloader support. Debian Wiki
- Clock/time issues: Set both OSes to use UTC or configure Windows to use UTC to avoid time drift.
- File access between OSes: Use an NTFS data partition for shared storage.
Want me to tailor this?
Tell me which exact pair you want:
- Windows 8 + Ubuntu 25
- Windows 8 + Debian 13
- Windows 98 (in VM) + Debian 13 native
And whether your system is UEFI or legacy BIOS. I’ll map precise partition sizes, installer screens, and GRUB entries for your 500 GB drive.
2.Copilot , I guess you are right ........ I have been a little mixed up .......... actually all I wanted is ........ with that 500 GB Hard Disk Drive ....... I wanted to do a dual-boot between Windows 8 Operating System and UBUNTU 25 Operating System ......... having said that I hope you could provide me some details regarding the step-by-step procedure on how to do that . THANKS Copilot.
MICROSOFT Copilot Answer
Great question — this is exactly the kind of detail that makes or breaks a smooth dual‑boot setup 👍.
Here’s the key distinction:
🖥️ Option 1: Install Windows 8 first, then shrink
- Recommended approach.
- Install Windows 8 normally, letting it use the full disk (or a large partition).
- Once Windows is installed and running, open Disk Management and shrink the Windows partition to free up space for Ubuntu.
- Then install Ubuntu into that free space.
- Why? Because Windows tends to overwrite bootloaders if installed after Linux. Installing Windows first avoids headaches, and shrinking afterward is safe and supported.
🖥️ Option 2: Pre‑partition before Windows install
- You could partition the disk before installing Windows, leaving unallocated space for Ubuntu.
- But Windows sometimes ignores or overwrites custom layouts during installation, especially if you’re not careful with the installer options.
- This method is less reliable unless you’re very comfortable with manual partitioning.
✅ Best practice
- Install Windows 8 first.
- Let it take the whole disk (or most of it).
- Shrink the partition afterward using Disk Management.
- Then install Ubuntu 25 into the freed space.
- This ensures Windows boot files are set up cleanly, and Ubuntu’s GRUB bootloader will detect Windows automatically when installed second.
So in short: install Windows 8 first, then shrink the partition afterward. That’s the standard and safest way to set up a dual‑boot with Ubuntu.
Would you like me to sketch out a partition size plan for your 500 GB drive (e.g., how much space to give Windows vs Ubuntu vs shared storage)?
Linux Operating System _ DEBIAN13 _ How to mount a Windows 10 OS Hard Disk Drive which is connected to a Female SATA interface WITH THE HELP OF DEBIAN 13 LINUX
root@ubuntu:/mnt#
root@ubuntu:/mnt#
root@ubuntu:/mnt# ls -alh
total 8.0K
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Oct 7 02:32 .
drwxr-xr-x 1 root root 4.0K Nov 22 06:07 ..
root@ubuntu:/mnt# fdisk -l|more
Disk /dev/loop0: 2.66 GiB, 2857340928 bytes, 5580744 sectors
Units: sectors of 1 * 512 = 512 bytes
Sector size (logical/physical): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
I/O size (minimum/optimal): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
Disk /dev/loop1: 544.83 MiB, 571293696 bytes, 1115808 sectors
Units: sectors of 1 * 512 = 512 bytes
Sector size (logical/physical): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
I/O size (minimum/optimal): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
Disk /dev/loop2: 438.28 MiB, 459567104 bytes, 897592 sectors
Units: sectors of 1 * 512 = 512 bytes
Sector size (logical/physical): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
I/O size (minimum/optimal): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
Disk /dev/loop3: 66.8 MiB, 70045696 bytes, 136808 sectors
Units: sectors of 1 * 512 = 512 bytes
Sector size (logical/physical): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
I/O size (minimum/optimal): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
Disk /dev/loop4: 73.92 MiB, 77512704 bytes, 151392 sectors
Units: sectors of 1 * 512 = 512 bytes
Sector size (logical/physical): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
I/O size (minimum/optimal): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
Disk /dev/loop5: 516.2 MiB, 541278208 bytes, 1057184 sectors
Units: sectors of 1 * 512 = 512 bytes
Sector size (logical/physical): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
I/O size (minimum/optimal): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
Disk /dev/loop6: 247.56 MiB, 259588096 bytes, 507008 sectors
Units: sectors of 1 * 512 = 512 bytes
Sector size (logical/physical): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
I/O size (minimum/optimal): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
Disk /dev/loop7: 11.75 MiB, 12320768 bytes, 24064 sectors
Units: sectors of 1 * 512 = 512 bytes
Sector size (logical/physical): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
I/O size (minimum/optimal): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
Disk /dev/sda: 931.51 GiB, 1000204886016 bytes, 1953525168 sectors
Disk model: WDC WD10JPVT-22A
Units: sectors of 1 * 512 = 512 bytes
Sector size (logical/physical): 512 bytes / 4096 bytes
I/O size (minimum/optimal): 4096 bytes / 4096 bytes
Disklabel type: gpt
Disk identifier: BD775D04-BA19-41C1-A28F-625E88AEF980
Device Start End Sectors Size Type
/dev/sda1 2048 923647 921600 450M Windows recovery environment
/dev/sda2 923648 1128447 204800 100M EFI System
/dev/sda3 1128448 1161215 32768 16M Microsoft reserved
__________________________________________________________________________________________
/dev/sda4 1161216 1952386264 1951225049 930.4G Microsoft basic data
__________________________________________________________________________________________
/dev/sda5 1952387072 1953521663 1134592 554M Windows recovery environment
Disk /dev/sdb: 931.51 GiB, 1000204886016 bytes, 1953525168 sectors
Disk model: MQ01ABD100
Units: sectors of 1 * 512 = 512 bytes
Sector size (logical/physical): 512 bytes / 512 bytes
root@ubuntu:/mnt# mkdir sda4
root@ubuntu:/mnt# ls -alh
total 12K
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Nov 23 08:20 .
drwxr-xr-x 1 root root 4.0K Nov 22 06:07 ..
drwxr-xr-x 2 root root 4.0K Nov 23 08:20 sda4
root@ubuntu:/mnt# chmod 777 sda4
root@ubuntu:/mnt#
root@ubuntu:/mnt#
root@ubuntu:/mnt# ls -alh
total 12K
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Nov 23 08:20 .
drwxr-xr-x 1 root root 4.0K Nov 22 06:07 ..
drwxrwxrwx 2 root root 4.0K Nov 23 08:20 sda4
root@ubuntu:/mnt#
root@ubuntu:/mnt#
root@ubuntu:/mnt# cd sda4
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4# mount /dev/sda4 /mnt/sda4
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4# cd /mnt/sda4
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4# ls -alh
total 39G
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Nov 18 17:50 '$Recycle.Bin'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Jun 19 02:12 '$WinREAgent'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 20K Nov 21 02:34 .
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Nov 23 08:20 ..
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 2 04:49 '15.6 inches 5G smartphone_IMAGE'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 17 04:51 '160 GB_backup_This HDD is actually a Windows 10 USB HDD'
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 371K Aug 11 2024 2108FP.TXT
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 16K Aug 2 04:48 '500 GB_BACKUP_Downloads'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 24K Aug 9 10:31 '500 GB_BACKUP_Latest_1720 HRS_9.8.2025'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Feb 28 2025 '5G USB Dongle BUT NO TELEPHONE FUNCTIONALITY'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 May 20 2025 'AMD Graphics Card Driver for INTEL MOTHERBOARD for Windows 10'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Nov 13 09:12 'BESAME MUCHO'
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 1 Jul 16 2016 BOOTNXT
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 16K Aug 11 09:37 'DZ68DB Motherboard Drivers'
lrwxrwxrwx 2 root root 15 Aug 13 2024 'Documents and Settings' -> /mnt/sda4/Users
-rwxrwxrwx 2 root root 8.0K Nov 14 07:54 DumpStack.log.tmp
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 12 2024 ENGLAND_HUNGARY_SLOVAKIA_backup
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 64K Apr 15 2025 GALLERY_backup
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 24 2024 GMAIL_backup
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 28K Aug 9 05:13 'HP 2060 printer DRIVERS'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Jul 16 09:48 'INTEL DZ68DB MOTHERBOARD DRIVERS'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 11 09:54 Intel
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Jul 16 10:04 'KNOPPIX 9_ISO'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 15 04:26 'MSI GP70 2PE'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Feb 9 2025 'NOKIA 15 inch Laptop_IMAGE'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Nov 21 02:35 'OTTER browser'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 12 2024 OneDriveTemp
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Dec 7 2019 PerfLogs
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 11 2024 ProfileClone-Temp
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 12K Oct 2 09:33 'Program Files'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 8.0K Aug 11 10:33 'Program Files (x86)'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 8.0K Nov 12 16:08 ProgramData
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Sep 16 2024 Recovery
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 96K Jul 21 10:55 'SAMSUNG Galaxy Note 9 _ BACKUP'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 8.0K Nov 12 13:33 'System Volume Information'
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 11 09:44 TempEI4
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 12 2024 Users
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 16K Nov 13 08:46 Windows
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 26 2024 Windows10Upgrade
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 12 2024 XXX_backup
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Nov 21 01:41 'YANDEX Browser_installation file'
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 112 Sep 15 2024 bootTel.dat
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 376K Jul 16 2016 bootmgr
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Nov 13 00:38 found.000
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 32G Nov 17 00:29 hiberfil.sys
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Apr 9 2025 inetpub
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 2 05:15 iso_Windows10
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 6.8G Nov 14 07:54 pagefile.sys
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 256M Nov 14 07:54 swapfile.sys
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4# ls -alh|more
total 39G
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Nov 18 17:50 $Recycle.Bin
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Jun 19 02:12 $WinREAgent
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 20K Nov 21 02:34 .
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Nov 23 08:20 ..
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 2 04:49 15.6 inches 5G smartphone_IMAGE
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 17 04:51 160 GB_backup_This HDD is actually a Windows 10 USB HDD
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 371K Aug 11 2024 2108FP.TXT
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 16K Aug 2 04:48 500 GB_BACKUP_Downloads
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 24K Aug 9 10:31 500 GB_BACKUP_Latest_1720 HRS_9.8.2025
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Feb 28 2025 5G USB Dongle BUT NO TELEPHONE FUNCTIONALITY
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 May 20 2025 AMD Graphics Card Driver for INTEL MOTHERBOARD for Windows 10
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Nov 13 09:12 BESAME MUCHO
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 1 Jul 16 2016 BOOTNXT
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 16K Aug 11 09:37 DZ68DB Motherboard Drivers
lrwxrwxrwx 2 root root 15 Aug 13 2024 Documents and Settings -> /mnt/sda4/Users
-rwxrwxrwx 2 root root 8.0K Nov 14 07:54 DumpStack.log.tmp
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 12 2024 ENGLAND_HUNGARY_SLOVAKIA_backup
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 64K Apr 15 2025 GALLERY_backup
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 24 2024 GMAIL_backup
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 28K Aug 9 05:13 HP 2060 printer DRIVERS
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Jul 16 09:48 INTEL DZ68DB MOTHERBOARD DRIVERS
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 11 09:54 Intel
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Jul 16 10:04 KNOPPIX 9_ISO
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 15 04:26 MSI GP70 2PE
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Feb 9 2025 NOKIA 15 inch Laptop_IMAGE
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Nov 21 02:35 OTTER browser
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 12 2024 OneDriveTemp
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Dec 7 2019 PerfLogs
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 11 2024 ProfileClone-Temp
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 12K Oct 2 09:33 Program Files
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 8.0K Aug 11 10:33 Program Files (x86)
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 8.0K Nov 12 16:08 ProgramData
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Sep 16 2024 Recovery
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 96K Jul 21 10:55 SAMSUNG Galaxy Note 9 _ BACKUP
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 8.0K Nov 12 13:33 System Volume Information
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 11 09:44 TempEI4
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 12 2024 Users
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 16K Nov 13 08:46 Windows
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 26 2024 Windows10Upgrade
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4.0K Aug 12 2024 XXX_backup
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Nov 21 01:41 YANDEX Browser_installation file
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 112 Sep 15 2024 bootTel.dat
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 376K Jul 16 2016 bootmgr
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Nov 13 00:38 found.000
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 32G Nov 17 00:29 hiberfil.sys
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Apr 9 2025 inetpub
drwxrwxrwx 1 root root 0 Aug 2 05:15 iso_Windows10
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 6.8G Nov 14 07:54 pagefile.sys
-rwxrwxrwx 1 root root 256M Nov 14 07:54 swapfile.sys
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
root@ubuntu:/mnt/sda4#
Saturday, 22 November 2025
Windows 10 Operating System _ Why it looks like Internet Explorer is opening when you already have Microsoft Edge _ This happens when you open up your favorite website or a link which you have created a shortcut on the Desktop
Hi Copilot , when i create a shorcut on my Desktop to my favorite website , and when I Click that shorcut on my Desktop , i can see the logo of the old Internet Explorer on my shortcut , so , my question is ............ Why is this happening ? Furthermore , when I click that shortcut on my Desktop in order to open my favorite website , it seems to me that Windows 10 is still using the old Internet browser , that is , Internet Explorer , in order to open up my favorite website ........ Copilot , why is this happening because I have already installed and upgrade the new Internet browser to MICROSOFT EDGE ? THANKS Copilot . I guess you owe me an explanation to this matter and your answer to this problem is deeply appreciated ! THANKS Copilot .
MICROSOFT Copilot Answer
Great question — and I can definitely clear this up for you. What you’re seeing is a mix of old Windows defaults and how shortcuts are created in Windows 10. Let’s break it down:
🔎 Why you see the Internet Explorer logo
- Shortcut icons are tied to the program that created them. When you right‑click a website and “Create shortcut,” Windows often uses the legacy Internet Explorer icon because that’s how shortcuts were historically handled.
- Edge didn’t replace IE’s icon system. Even though Microsoft Edge is your modern browser, the shortcut creation process sometimes still pulls the old IE logo.
🌐 Why it looks like Internet Explorer is opening
- Default browser setting: If Edge is set as your default browser, the shortcut should open in Edge. But if the shortcut was created by Internet Explorer, it may still point directly to IE instead of the system default.
- Compatibility mode: Windows 10 still includes Internet Explorer for legacy apps. Some shortcuts force IE to open, especially if they were created inside IE itself.
✅ How to fix this
Here’s how you can make sure your shortcuts open in Edge with the right icon:
- Check your default browser:
- Go to Settings > Apps > Default apps.
- Under “Web browser,” make sure Microsoft Edge is selected.
- Recreate the shortcut using Edge:
- Open your favorite site in Edge.
- Click the three dots (…) menu > More tools > Pin to taskbar or Pin to Start.
- This creates a shortcut tied directly to Edge, with the Edge logo.
- Manually change the icon:
- Right‑click the shortcut > Properties.
- Under Web Document tab, click Change Icon.
- Browse to Edge’s icon (usually in
C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe). - Select the Edge logo.
So in short: you’re not really browsing in Internet Explorer unless the shortcut explicitly points to it. Most likely, it’s just the old icon and shortcut behavior. Once you recreate or adjust the shortcut, you’ll see the Edge logo and it will always open in Edge.
Would you like me to walk you step‑by‑step through changing the icon manually or would you prefer the quicker method of recreating the shortcut directly in Edge?
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