well, that depends on whether or not you are using a domain. If you aren't using a domain, i think your out of luck as far as not having to create them manually.
I'm working with some .jpg's, and my computer has them set up to open with some stupid program that I can't stand. I'm using 2k now so I can't check but I'm pretty sure this works in NT4: Explore to ...
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