BlackBerry ARchive Stream
General Information
| Title | BARS File Extension |
| Extension | .bars |
| Full Form | BlackBerry ARchive Stream |
| File Type | Package File |
| Developer | BlackBerry |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store applications |
| Additional Functions | Distribution, Installation |
| Features | Compressed, Encapsulated |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With SDK |
Use Cases
| Mobile Development | Yes |
| App Packaging | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code exploitation |
| Best Practices | Signature verification |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2010 |
| Associated With | BlackBerry PlayBook, BB10 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .apk, .ipa, .xap |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 BlackBerry Tablet OS SDK |
Free | Windows, Mac |
| BlackBerry Momentics |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |