1. NCO File Extension
2. What is a(n) NCO file?
3. How to open NCO file?

3.1 Find and download then install appropriate software
1. 3.1.1 Programs that support NCO files
3.2 Verify whether the NCO file is not infected with malware
3.3 Verify whether the NCO files is complete, that is, was it downloaded properly
3.4 Verify whether NCO files are associated with proper software
3.5 Verify whether the storage medium on which the NCO files is stored is not damaged or corrupted

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NCO File Extension

File type Nero BackItUp Format
File developer Nero
File category Backup Files
File popularity rating

What is a(n) NCO file?

A backup file with the extension .NCO stores ZIP compressed backup data made on a DVD or CD. Is

characteristic of Nero BackItup. It is worth noting that when changing the extension to .ZIP it will be possible to extract the file with any decompression tool, so the data should be encrypted using a password and a 56-bit key.

How to open NCO file?

Step 1. Find and download then install appropriate software

Typically in order to open .NCO files it is sufficient to follow these simple steps: find, download, and install appropriate software. Then, by double-clicking on the file icon, open the file. System should automatically associate NCO file with appropriate software. Below is the list of programs required to open files with NCO extension:

Programs that support NCO files

Windows

Step 2. Verify whether the NCO file is not infected with malware

If given file with NCO extension is not infected, it is possible that the antivirus software is blocking access to the file. User should take necessary precautions and follow the steps suggested by the system. After recovering or removing the infected file it is recommended to scan the entire system for viruses. Yo will have to acquire a new, clean version of NCO file.

Hint!

Be advised that you can always consult an IT expert for help. Some problems with NCO files can be hard to solve for less sophisticated users. Also, you can ask for help one of the developers of software that supports files with NCO extension. In order to do so, go to software’s subpage and search for software’s developer website address

Step 3. Verify whether the NCO files is complete, that is, was it downloaded properly

If the NCO file has not been downloaded properly it is not possible for the software to open such file. Check the file size in the location from where you downloaded the file in question. If the size of the original file differs from the size of downloaded NCO file, you will have to download the file again.

Step 4. Verify whether NCO files are associated with proper software

If the system registry has no entry related to default program that should be used to open NCO files, even though given program is installed on the system, then NCO files must be associated with the application in question.

Associating files with applications is performed similarly regardless of the type of system and consists in selecting an application which should be used for opening given type of files. In order to associate NCO files with given application, right-click the file icon and select form the context menu "Open with" option, which will display a list of suggested programs. Select your program from the list. If the application is not on the list, use the "Browse" button and point to the location of the application. Checking "Always use selected application to open this kind of files" option will set selected application as the default application for opening given files.

Step 5. Verify whether the storage medium on which the NCO files is stored is not damaged or corrupted

It is possible that the storage medium on which the file is located is damaged or corrupted. Try scanning the storage medium for errors.

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