| File Type |
Windows Cabinet File |
| File Format |
File |
| Common? |
No |
| File Description |
Archive format native to Microsoft Windows that contains compressed data; supports .ZIP, Quantum, and LZX data compression algorithms; used for Windows software installations such as system files, network components, and device drivers.
The Microsoft installers Setup API, Device Installer, and AdvPack often install data from CAB files.
To run msconfig, a program that reads CAB files, select "Run" from the Windows Start menu, type "msconfig," and press Enter. |
| Program(s) that open cab files |
Mac: Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe for Mac
Windows: Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe for Windows; Corel WinZip; msconfig; Add/Remove Software Control Panel |
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