MBK files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: dBASE Multiple Index Backup File
General Information
| Title | MBK File Extension |
| Extension | .mbk |
| Full Form | dBASE Multiple Index Backup File |
| File Type | Backup File |
| Developer | dataBased Intelligence Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Index backup |
| Additional Functions | Data recovery, Data integrity |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High reliability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Data Preservation | Yes |
| Database Maintenance | Yes |
| Data Restoration | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Corruption vulnerability |
| Best Practices | Regular backup, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Associated with | dBASE III, IV, 5 |
Associated Types
| Primary Associated | .dbf, .mdx |
| Backup Extension | .bk! |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 dBASE |
Commercial | Windows |
| dBASE PLUS |
Commercial | Windows |
Type 2: MediaTek Backup File
General Information
| Title | MBK File Extension |
| Extension | .mbk |
| Full Form | MediaTek Backup File |
| File Type | Backup File |
| Developer | MediaTek |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store backups |
| Additional Functions | Restore data |
| Features | Binary format, Proprietary |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High reliability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Device Backup | Yes |
| Data Recovery | Yes |
| Firmware Flashing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Encrypted storage, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Varies with tool |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dat, .img, .bin |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| SP Flash Tool |
Free | Windows, Linux |
| Wwr_MTK Tool |
Free | Windows |
| MTK Droid Tool |
Free | Windows |