BUP files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: McAfee Quarantined File
A bup file is saved by McAfee anti-virus products. It contains a backup of a file moved from another location because malware was detected. Bup files are saved to C:\ProgramData\McAfee\VirusScan\Quara...
General Information
| Title | BUP File Extension |
| Extension | .bup |
| Full Form | Backup File |
| File Type | Quarantined File |
| Developer | McAfee |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store quarantined files |
| Additional Functions | Preserve file copies, Prevent execution |
| Features | Security, Containment |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Varies |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Virus Containment | Yes |
| File Restoration | Selective |
| System Protection | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | N/A |
| Best Practices | Regular scans, Update definitions |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies with McAfee version |
| Latest Version | Depends on McAfee updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .quar, .vir, .virus |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 McAfee Antivirus |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: DVD IFO Backup
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General Information
| Title | BUP File Extension |
| Extension | .bup |
| Full Form | Backup of the IFO file from a DVD video |
| File Type | Backup File |
| Developer | DVD Forum |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Backup information |
| Additional Functions | Data recovery |
| Features | DVD video metadata, Redundancy |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Exact copy |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Video Playback | Yes |
| Data Recovery | Yes |
| DVD Authoring | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Safe storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1995 |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ifo, .vob, .vmg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 WinDVD |
Paid | Windows |
| PowerDVD |
Paid | Windows |
Type 3: Backup File
General Information
| Title | BUP File Extension |
| Extension | .bup |
| Full Form | Backup File |
| File Type | Backup Data File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store backups |
| Additional Functions | Data recovery, software restoration |
| Features | Data redundancy, file integrity |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Exact copy |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Data Recovery | Yes |
| System Restoration | Yes |
| Media Duplication | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backup, secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Varies |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .bak, .tmp, .gho |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Nero |
Paid | Windows |
| DVD Authoring Software |
Varies | Varies |
| Backup Utilities |
Varies | Varies |