Microsoft Installation Bundle
General Information
| Title | MSIX Bundle File Extension |
| Extension | .msixbundle |
| Full Form | Microsoft Installation Bundle |
| File Type | Package Bundle File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.ms-appx |
File Function
| Primary Function | Software distribution |
| Additional Functions | Group MSIX packages |
| Features | Multiple architectures, Consolidated delivery |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High reliability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Not directly |
Use Cases
| Desktop Software | Yes |
| Enterprise Deployment | Yes |
| Multi-Version Support | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Package tampering |
| Best Practices | Digital signing, Store publishing |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2018 |
| Latest Update | Consistent with Windows updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .msix, .appx, .appxbundle |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Store |
Free, Paid content | Windows 10, Windows 11 |
 App Installer |
Free | Windows 10, Windows 11 |