File extension .CGI
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Common Gateway Interface Script Format | N/A | Executable Files |
The .CGI file extension stands for Common Gateway Interface script. It is a server-side script that runs on the web server to facilitate web page interactions with users. The script generates both static HTML content and dynamic content based on user inputs. In most cases, the CGI script runs as an executable on the web server, but it can also run as a Perl program.
Purpose of CGI Script
The purpose of the CGI script is primarily to automate tasks such as data processing, user authentication and cookie generation. It enables images, text or graphics to be localized and data stored in databases on remote servers accessible through the internet. CGI scripts are extensively used in e-commerce applications where they enable customers to store product preferences, track orders, or review special offers.Similar File Types
Similarly, other server side scripting languages such as ASP supported by Microsoft IIS, JSP supported by Apache Tomcat and PHP supported by Apache Web Server, are used to serve dynamic content along with .ASP, .JSP and .PHP as the corresponding file type extensions.Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .CGI) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .CGI extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .CGI file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .CGI extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .CGI extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .CGI file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .CGI file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .CGI file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .CGI file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .CGI file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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