CET File Extension

What is CET file?

CET is a file extension commonly associated with Hitachi Cobol files. Files with CET extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with CET extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The software recommended for managing CET files is Hitachi COBOL2002. Software named Hitachi COBOL2002 was created by Hitachi. In order to find more detailed information on the software and CET files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support CET file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support CET files. Files with CET suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with CET extension?

Problems with accessing CET may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with CET files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the Hitachi COBOL2002

Problems with opening and working with CET files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with CET files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Hitachi COBOL2002 developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Hitachi COBOL2002 installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Hitachi website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Hitachi COBOL2002 to the latest version

You still cannot access CET files although Hitachi COBOL2002 is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Hitachi COBOL2002 cannot handle files with CET may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Hitachi COBOL2002.

Step 3. Associate Hitachi Cobol files with Hitachi COBOL2002

If you have the latest version of Hitachi COBOL2002 installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage CET on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the CET file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Hitachi COBOL2002 is installed, check the Always use this app to open CET files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected CET file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Hitachi COBOL2002 and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with CET extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the CET for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the CET file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the CET in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the CET is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. CET file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the CET file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic CET file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the CET file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Hitachi COBOL2002

If the systems has insufficient resources to open CET files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Hitachi Cobol file. It may be the case that the CET files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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