Diamond Directive File
General Information
| Title | DDF File Extension |
| Extension | .ddf |
| Full Form | Diamond Directive File |
| File Type | Data Description File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/x-ddf |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define rules |
| Additional Functions | Control file compilation |
| Features | Text-based, Configurable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High readability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Software Installation | Yes |
| File Compression | Yes |
| Data Archiving | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Validate syntax, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Windows 95 |
| Associated with | Cabinet files |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cab, .inf |
