Internet Database Connector File
General Information
| Title | IDC File Extension |
| Extension | .idc |
| Full Form | Internet Database Connector File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Database queries |
| Additional Functions | Web server tasks |
| Features | Script-based, Server-side |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Web Development | Yes |
| Database Management | Yes |
| Server-Side Scripting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | SQL injection |
| Best Practices | Validation, Sanitization |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Mid-1990s |
| Latest Version | Tied to IIS version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .asp, .aspx, .php |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft IIS |
Part of Windows | Windows |
 Text Editors |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |