Program Information File
General Information
| Title | PIF File Extension |
| Extension | .pif |
| Full Form | Program Information File |
| File Type | Executable File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/x-msdownload |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store settings |
| Additional Functions | Link to DOS program |
| Features | Configurable settings, Shortcut creation |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Dependent on settings |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with caution |
Use Cases
| Legacy Software Support | Yes |
| Shortcut Creation | Yes |
| Dos Program Configuration | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malicious code execution |
| Best Practices | Scan for viruses, Do not open unknown PIF files |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | MS-DOS 2.0 |
| Latest Use | Windows XP |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .exe, .bat, .com |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Windows |
Included with OS | Windows 95, Windows XP |