DEV files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Dev-C++ Project File
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store project settings |
| Additional Functions |
Link project files |
| Features |
Project management, Configuration storage |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
Text-based |
| Supports Layers |
No |
| Supports Transparency |
No |
| Editable |
Yes |
Use Cases
| Software Development |
Yes |
| C/C++ Projects |
Yes |
| Academic Purposes |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Script execution |
| Best Practices |
Regular updates, Code auditing |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.cpp, .h, .c |
Software Compatibility
| Software |
Usage Policy |
OS Compatibility |
 Dev-C++ |
Free |
Windows |
Type 2: Windows Device Driver File
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store drivers |
| Additional Functions |
Load hardware functions |
| Features |
System integration, Hardware communication |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
System specific |
| Supports Layers |
N/A |
| Supports Transparency |
N/A |
| Editable |
Developers only |
Use Cases
| Device Communication |
Yes |
| System Boot-up |
Yes |
| Hardware Functionality |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Driver vulnerability, System compromise |
| Best Practices |
Signature verification, Updated drivers |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.sys, .dll, .inf |
Microsoft Visual Studio
Driver Development Tools
Windows OS