Database Write-Ahead Log
General Information
| Title | DB-WAL File Extension |
| Extension | .db-wal |
| Full Form | Database Write-Ahead Log |
| File Type | Database Log File |
| Developer | SQLite Consortium |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store transactions |
| Additional Functions | Support recovery |
| Features | Atomic commits, concurrency control |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High integrity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Database Management | Yes |
| Data Analysis | Yes |
| Application Development | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backup, proper shutdown |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2000 |
| Latest Version | SQLite 3.34.1 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .db, .sqlite, .sqlite3 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 SQLite |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Embedded systems |
| DB Browser for SQLite |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 SQLiteStudio |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |