Prefetch Trace File
General Information
| Title | PFTRACE File Extension |
| Extension | .pftrace |
| Full Form | Prefetch Trace File |
| File Type | System File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store execution trace |
| Additional Functions | Speed up boot, Improve app launch |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Binary |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| System Optimization | Yes |
| Troubleshooting | Yes |
| Forensics | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Contains execution patterns |
| Best Practices | Regular monitoring, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Introduced With | Windows XP |
| Significance | Performance enhancement |
Associated Types
| Related Extensions | .prefetch, .exe, .dll |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows OS |
Licensed | Windows |
 Sysinternals Suite |
Free | Windows |