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.inf

File Type Setup Information File IconSetup Information File
File Format Standard
Usage Referenced by an application; not meant to be opened manually
Popularity ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆  Common
Description

Plain text configuration file that defines what files are installed with a certain software program or update; may also list the location of the files and the directories where the files are to be installed; used by the Windows operating system, or by the program or installer that includes the INF file.

Important: INF files can become infected by viruses so do not attempt to open manually.

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Windows

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macOS

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Published August 18, 2010
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