License File
General Information
| Title | LICX File Extension |
| Extension | .licx |
| Full Form | License File |
| File Type | Text File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store license information |
| Additional Functions | Embedded into assemblies |
| Features | Text-based, XML-like structure |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Simple text |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Software Licensing | Yes |
| Component Licensing | Yes |
| Development | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Disclosure of keys |
| Best Practices | Keep private, version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Associated with .NET |
| Latest Version | Tied to Visual Studio |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cs, .vb, .resx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Visual Studio |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac |
 MSBuild |
Free | Windows |