File Type | Windows Executable File | ||||||
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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. 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. |
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Published | December 6, 2010 |