Virtual Machine Configuration
General Information
| Title | VMC File Extension |
| Extension | .vmc |
| Full Form | Virtual Machine Configuration |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store configuration |
| Additional Functions | Save state, Manage settings |
| Features | XML-Based, Portable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High reliability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Virtualization | Yes |
| Software Testing | Yes |
| System Migration | Yes |
| Backup | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Encryption, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2004 |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .vhd, .vhdx, .vmdk, .vdi |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Virtual PC |
Free | Windows |
 VMware Workstation |
Paid | Windows, Linux |
 Oracle VM VirtualBox |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |