Two curiosities: file 'type' and Nikon window on Import

Can anyone tell me why, when I run my cursor over an image file, it shows not only the dimensions, date, camera and size but also the "File type" as Jasc After Shot Picture? I uninstalled all Jasc programs and files after getting Lightroom. Still, that 'type' shows on recent imports that had nothing to do with Jasc. Where is that coming from? Can I change it?
Second, occasionally a Nikon window opens when I hit 'Import' in LR that says the "default folder is unavailable". Where would that be coming from?
I'm curious - neither seems like a big problem but I'd like to know where they are coming from . . .

Sorry I omitted that. Desktop is Win XP SP3; laptop is Vista Home; LR 2.1. (LOVE IT!)
I've searched everywhere with no luck to find some kind of default setting - can't find any reason for those two things I know this is kind of off the wall but am hoping someone might know.
What does your image show for 'Type'?

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