Common Object File Format
General Information
| Title | COF File Extension |
| Extension | .cof |
| Full Form | Common Object File Format |
| File Type | Binary File |
| Developer | N/A |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store code, data |
| Additional Functions | Debugging, Linking |
| Features | Symbols, Relocation info |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| FPGA Development | Yes |
| Embedded Systems | Yes |
| Microcontroller Programming | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Executable code |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | N/A |
| Latest Version | Depends on tool |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .hex, .bin, .elf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Altera Quartus II |
Paid, Free versions | Windows, Linux |
| Xilinx ISE |
Paid, Free versions | Windows, Linux |