.exe
| File Type 1 |
 Windows 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.
 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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| Open With |
| macOS |
 Parallels Desktop for Mac with Microsoft ...
 VMware Fusion with Microsoft Windows installed
 Oracle VM VirtualBox with Microsoft Windows ...
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| Unix |
 CodeWeavers CrossOver Linux
Oracle VM VirtualBox with Microsoft Windows ...  Wine
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| Updated |
December 6, 2010 |
| File Type 2 |
 PortableApps.com Application |
| File Format |
Proprietary (Rare Ideas) |
| Usage |
Runs when opened |
| Popularity |
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ Common |
| Description |
Computer program that can run from a portable device such as a USB flash drive, iPod, or portable hard drive; contains user settings on the portable device, allowing the program to run the same on multiple computers.
Portable apps use the compound file extension .PAF.EXE.
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| Open With |
| Windows |
 Rare Ideas PortableApps.com Platform
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| Updated |
2007 |
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