Executable File
General Information
| Title | EXE File Extension |
| Extension | .exe |
| Full Form | Executable File |
| File Type | Binary File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/x-msdownload |
File Function
| Primary Function | Run programs |
| Additional Functions | Install software, Perform tasks |
| Features | Self-contained, Portable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Varies |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Software Execution | Yes |
| System Utilities | Yes |
| Games | Yes |
| Installers | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Viruses, Trojans |
| Best Practices | Virus scan, Source verification |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1985 |
| Latest Version | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .msi, .bat, .cmd, .com |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Windows |
OS License | Windows |
 Wine |
Free | Linux, Mac |
| CrossOver |
Commercial | Mac, Linux |