000 files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Indexing Service Data File
General Information
| Title | .000 File Extension |
| Extension | .000 |
| Full Form | Indexing Service Data File |
| File Type | System Data File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store data |
| Additional Functions | Support indexing |
| Features | Machine-readable, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | System generated |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Search Indexing | Yes |
| System Restore | Yes |
| Data Recovery | Possible |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Access control, Regular backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Associated with Windows NT |
| Latest Version | Dependent on Windows version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ci, .dir, .wid |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Windows |
Built-in | Windows |
Type 2: Windows CE Installation Data File
General Information
| Title | .000 File Extension |
| Extension | .000 |
| Full Form | Windows CE Installation Data File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Installation data |
| Additional Functions | System restore, Backup |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Binary |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Device Installation | Yes |
| System Update | Yes |
| Data Recovery | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Tampering risk |
| Best Practices | Verify source, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1996 |
| Latest Version | Dependant on device |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .img, .bin, .cab |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft ActiveSync |
Free | Windows |
 Windows CE Platform Builder |
Licensed | Windows |
Type 3: Virtual CD Disc Image File
General Information
| Title | .000 File Extension |
| Extension | .000 |
| Full Form | Virtual CD Disc Image File |
| File Type | Disk Image File |
| Developer | H+H Software GmbH |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Disk image storage |
| Additional Functions | Backup, Duplication |
| Features | Exact replica, Sector-by-sector copy |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Exact copy |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Limited |
Use Cases
| Data Backup | Yes |
| Software Distribution | Yes |
| System Recovery | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Potential malware |
| Best Practices | Scan for viruses, Mount with caution |
Historical/Version Information
| Associated Software | Virtual CD |
| Typical Usage Period | 2000s |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .iso, .bin, .cue, .nrg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Virtual CD |
Paid | Windows |
| UltraISO |
Paid, Trial available | Windows |
| IsoBuster |
Paid, Trial available | Windows |
Type 4: DoubleSpace Compressed File
General Information
| Title | .000 File Extension |
| Extension | .000 |
| Full Form | DoubleSpace Compressed File |
| File Type | Disk Image File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Data compression |
| Additional Functions | Disk space optimization |
| Features | File spanning, Data recovery |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Lossless compression |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No, proprietary |
Use Cases
| Data Storage | Yes |
| File Backup | Yes |
| System Restoration | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Obsolete format |
| Best Practices | Use modern formats, Backup data |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1993 |
| Latest Version | Replaced by DriveSpace |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .001, .DBL, .DRVSPACE |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| MS-DOS 6.0 DoubleSpace |
Part of MS-DOS | MS-DOS |
| MS-DOS 6.22 |
Part of MS-DOS | MS-DOS |