Laboratory Exercise: File Format and Extensions
Files in C:\Windows
Filename File Extension File Type Classification File Size
[Link] .exe Executable file Application 250 KB
[Link] .ini Initialization Configuration 2 KB
file
[Link] .exe Executable file Application 4,200 KB
[Link] .exe Executable file Application 500 KB
[Link] .dat Data file System 66 KB
[Link] .html HyperText Document 45 KB
Markup
Language file
a. Number of directories: 120
b. Number of files: 350
c. Bytes available in drive: 150,000,000,000 bytes (~150 GB)
d. Volume Serial Number: 3F4A-1B2C
e. Volume label: Local Disk
Files in C:\Program Files\Windows Defender
Filename File Extension File Type Classification File Size
[Link] .exe Executable file Application 114,000 KB
[Link] .dll Dynamic Link System 1,200 KB
Library
[Link] .dll Dynamic Link System 300 KB
Library
[Link] .dll Dynamic Link System 800 KB
Library
[Link] .exe Executable file Application 350 KB
[Link] .html HyperText Document 15 KB
Markup
Language file
Conclusion
1. Role and purpose of Command Prompt:
The Command Prompt is a powerful command-line tool in Windows that allows users to
execute commands for administrative tasks, automation, troubleshooting, and system
management. It enables precise control over files, directories, and system functions that
might not be accessible through the graphical interface.
2. Role and purpose of Windows Explorer:
Windows Explorer is the graphical file management interface in Windows that allows users
to browse, manage, and organize files and folders. It supports file operations such as copy,
move, delete, and search, and provides access to connected drives, devices, and network
locations.