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.exe

File Type Windows Executable File IconWindows Executable File
File Format Proprietary (Microsoft)
Usage Open manually; may run a program or script when opened
Popularity ★ ★ ★ ★ ★  Popular
Description

EXE is short for "executable" and is the standard file extension used by Windows programs. Therefore, whenever you double-click or open an EXE file in Windows, it will run a program.

Windows programs are typically named "program.exe" where "program" is the name of the program. You can directly run EXE files by selecting "Run..." from the Windows Start Menu and typing the name of the program.

Info About Microsoft Windows

Windows is the most widely used operating system in the world. It includes a graphical window-based interface and supports a wide range of applications. Recent versions of Windows include Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7. Windows 7 is available in several editions, including Home Basic, Home Premium, Business, and Ultimate.

Open With
Windows

IconMicrosoft Windows

Icon7-Zip

IconRARLAB WinRAR

macOS

IconParallels Desktop for Mac with Microsoft ...

IconVMware Fusion with Microsoft Windows installed

IconOracle VM VirtualBox with Microsoft Windows ...

Unix

IconCodeWeavers CrossOver Linux

IconOracle VM VirtualBox with Microsoft Windows ...

IconWine

Published December 6, 2010
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