Personal Address Book
General Information
| Title | PAB File Extension |
| Extension | .pab |
| Full Form | Personal Address Book |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store contacts |
| Additional Functions | Email client integration |
| Features | Personal information, Email addresses |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Dependent on user |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Email Communication | Yes |
| Contact Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1992 |
| Replaced By | .pst (Outlook) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pst, .ost, .nab |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Outlook |
Paid | Windows |
| Microsoft Exchange Server |
Paid | Windows |