.ALX File Extension

ALX files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: BlackBerry Application Loader XML File

ALX file extension associated with BlackBerry Application Loader. It allows users install software on devices. File in XML format. Example structure: contains loader version, application id, name, de...

General Information

Title ALX File Extension
Extension .alx
Full Form BlackBerry Application Loader XML File
File Type XML Configuration File
Developer BlackBerry Limited
MIME Type text/xml

File Function

Primary Function Define application properties
Additional Functions Facilitate installation
Features Human-readable, Structured

File Characteristics

Quality Depends on content
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Device Synchronization Yes
Software Installation Yes
Application Management Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Malicious code
Best Practices Validate XML, Trusted sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2000s
Latest Version Associated with BlackBerry OS 7.1

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .cod, .jad, .jar

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
BlackBerry Desktop Manager Free Windows
BlackBerry Device Software Free BlackBerry OS

Type 2: ActiveX Layout Control File

General Information

Title ALX File Extension
Extension .alx
Full Form ActiveX Layout Control File
File Type Configuration File
Developer Microsoft
MIME Type text/xml

File Function

Primary Function Store layout
Additional Functions Define properties, Map components
Features XML format, Structured

File Characteristics

Quality N/A
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Web Development Yes
Software Configuration Yes
Component Mapping Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks ActiveX vulnerabilities
Best Practices Validate input, Update software

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Early 1990s
Latest Version N/A

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .xml, .html, .asp

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Microsoft Visual Studio Free, Paid Windows
Any Text Editor Free Windows, Mac, Linux
Internet Explorer Free Windows

Type 3: Alpha Five Library Index File

ALX files are Alpha Five developer database files. They contain reusable code and scripts. To attach a library, use the "Database Properties" window. Select the "Libraries" tab. NOTE: Alpha Five becam...

General Information

Title ALX File Extension
Extension .alx
Full Form Alpha Five Library Index File
File Type Database File
Developer Alpha Software
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Index database libraries
Additional Functions Optimize access
Features Indexing, Quick search

File Characteristics

Quality High efficiency
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable With software

Use Cases

Database Management Yes
Application Development Yes
Data Organization Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Data corruption
Best Practices Regular backups, Access control

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Early 2000s
Latest Version Alpha Anywhere

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .adb, .alb, .ddd, .ddm, .ddx

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Alpha Anywhere Commercial Windows
Alpha Five Commercial Windows