FileHashExt

Protecting your computer against cybernetic attacks is an increasingly difficult task to accomplish, especially nowadays.

Files that you download from the Internet might be not safe for you to launch, although you might have used an antivirus application to scan it. A skilled hacker can easily inject undetectable malicious codes into them before you even get the chance to download them.

Although there are a few ways to secure your system against this type of attack, you can rely on a checksum calculator, such as FileHashExt, and compare the hash values of your file and of the one you wanted to download.

This utility is a Windows shell extension that allows you to calculate checksums for any file in a matter of seconds. Given its nature, it does not come with an actual interface, but it is integrated within the Properties dialog box, under the Hash section.

In order to understand and operate this utility with minimum difficulty, you need to have medium PC skills and fundamental knowledge about checksum and hash values. Note that it does not come with a detailed user guide, nor helpful hints.

When using this tool, you can display hash values of your files by choosing from various hash types in the combo menu and hitting the Calculate button. Among the supported types, you can find CRC32, MD2, MD4, MD5, SHA, SHA1, SHA_256, SHA_384 and SHA_512.

FileHashExt provides you with a checksum comparison tool that helps you analyze multiple values, thus saving you the hassle of doing it manually. Also, it allows you to copy your code instantly to the clipboard by clicking the corresponding button.

In conclusion, FileHashExt is a Windows shell extension you can rely on to calculate checksum value for your files. This utility supports multiple algorithms, such as CRC, MD or SHA and provides you with a checksum comparison tool, as well.