Windows Virtual Device Driver
General Information
| Title | .386 File Extension |
| Extension | .386 |
| Full Form | Windows Virtual Device Driver |
| File Type | System File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/x-msdownload |
File Function
| Primary Function | Load drivers |
| Additional Functions | Manage hardware |
| Features | 16-bit, Real mode |
File Characteristics
| Quality | System specific |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Driver Management | Yes |
| Hardware Configuration | Yes |
| Legacy Systems | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Incompatible driver |
| Best Practices | Avoid use, Legacy support |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1990s |
| Latest Version | Associated with Windows 3.x |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .drv, .vxd, .sys |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows 3.x |
Obsolete | Windows 3.x |
 Virtual Machines |
Varies | Varies |