Provisioning Package File
General Information
| Title | PPKG File Extension |
| Extension | .ppkg |
| Full Form | Provisioning Package File |
| File Type | Package File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Configuration deployment |
| Additional Functions | Bulk settings apply, User preferences setup |
| Features | Customization, Bulk Provisioning |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly Configurable |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| System Setup | Yes |
| Device Provisioning | Yes |
| Preference Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized changes |
| Best Practices | Validation, Secure distribution |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Windows 10 |
| Latest Version | Tied to WCD updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .xml (configuration), .wim (imaging) |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows Configuration Designer |
Free | Windows |
| Windows Imaging and Configuration Designer (ICD) |
Free | Windows |