| File Type |
Common Gateway Interface Script |
| File Format |
File |
| Common? |
No |
| File Description |
Executable script written in the Perl or C programming language; typically stored in the "cgi-bin" folder within a website directory on a Web server; can only be edited if it is not pre-compiled.
CGI scripts are often used for running basic Web scripts; examples include sending e-mail messages from a Web form (also called "formmail") and rotating advertisements within a website. |
| Program(s) that open cgi files |
Mac / Windows / Unix: Run on a Web server; Edit with a text editor |
