System Boot File
General Information
| Title | BOOT File Extension |
| Extension | .boot |
| Full Form | System Boot File |
| File Type | System File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Boot system |
| Additional Functions | Load OS |
| Features | Executable, Binary |
File Characteristics
| Quality | System-specific |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Rarely |
Use Cases
| System Startup | Yes |
| OS Installation | Yes |
| System Recovery | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Bootkit infection |
| Best Practices | Secure boot, Encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Dependent on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .efi, .bin, .img |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows Boot Manager |
Included | Windows |
 GRUB Bootloader |
Free | UNIX, Linux |
| LILO |
Free | Linux |