WSS File Extension

What is WSS file?

WSS filename suffix is mostly used for Microsoft Windows Sound System files. Microsoft Windows Sound System specification was created by Microsoft Corporation. WSS file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with WSS extension are categorized as System Files files. The System Files subset comprises 323 various file formats. Microsoft Windows is by far the most used program for working with WSS files. Software named Microsoft Windows was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and WSS files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support WSS file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support WSS files. Files with WSS extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with WSS extension?

Problems with accessing WSS may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with WSS extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Microsoft Windows

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WSS files is that no program that can handle WSS files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Microsoft Windows. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WSS files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Microsoft Windows installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Windows to the latest version

If the problems with opening WSS files still occur even after installing Microsoft Windows, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Windows is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Microsoft Windows installed, it may not support WSS format. The latest version of Microsoft Windows should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Microsoft Windows Sound System files with Microsoft Windows

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate WSS files with latest version of Microsoft Windows you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the WSS file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Windows installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open WSS files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the WSS file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Microsoft Windows and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with WSS extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the WSS is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the WSS file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the WSS file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the WSS file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the WSS file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the WSS file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the WSS file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with WSS extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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 out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Microsoft Windows Sound System file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Windows

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with WSS extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Microsoft Windows Sound System files. It may be the case that the WSS files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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