WRK files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Cakewalk Music Project
A .wrk file represents project for Cakewalk's Sonar audio software. It includes track configuration, MIDI data, audio file references, fader setups, tempos, meter and key settings, and other parameter...
General Information
| Title | WRK File Extension |
| Extension | .wrk |
| Full Form | Cakewalk Music Project File |
| File Type | Music Project File |
| Developer | Cakewalk |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store music projects |
| Additional Functions | Save sequences, Edit tracks |
| Features | Multi-track, MIDI data |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High quality audio |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Production | Yes |
| Sound Design | Yes |
| Mixing and Mastering | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Software updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1990s |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cwp, .cwproj, .mid |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Cakewalk by BandLab |
Free | Windows |
 SONAR |
Discontinued | Windows |
Type 2: SQL Server Log Shipping File
The .TUF file stores pending transactions when log shipping is configured with the Standby option. It is created on the secondary server. The .WRK file extension temporarily identifies log files being...
General Information
| Title | WRK File Extension |
| Extension | .wrk |
| Full Form | SQL Server Log Shipping File |
| File Type | Database Log File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store transaction logs |
| Additional Functions | Facilitate data recovery, replication |
| Features | Incremental backup, Transactional consistency |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Binary format |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No (Binary) |
Use Cases
| Data Replication | Yes |
| Disaster Recovery | Yes |
| Database Backup | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Encryption, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | SQL Server 2000 |
| Latest Version | SQL Server 2022 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ldf, .mdf, .ndf, .bak |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft SQL Server |
Commercial, Free (Express Edition) | Windows |
 SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) |
Free | Windows |