File extension .DC4
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| ViaThinkSoft (De)Coder Format | ViaThinkSoft | Encoded Files |
The DC4 ( DC4) file extension is used by the ViaThinkSoft (De)Coder 4, an encryption and decryption software available for Windows operating systems. This file type is a container for secure, encrypted information, with their contents inaccessible without a proper cryptographic key.
Encryption And Decryption
ViaThinkSoft (De)Coder 4 uses substitution cipher, a type of cryptography that replaces characters with differently encoded characters. This method of encryption and its accompanying DC4 file format helps guard the sender and receiver of data from malicious actors intent on obtaining or altering the contents of the file. The application is also capable of encoding with Caesar cipher, a type of symmetric encryption where plaintext letters are replaced by ciphertext letters, which is also viewed as difficult to break.
Other File Types
The DC4 file type is specific to ViaThinkSoft (De)Coder 4 software. However, various similar file formats are utilized by other programs to secure computer files such as .ENC, .P7M, .PGP, and .GPG. These files can be opened using various tools operating on multiple platforms depending upon the level of cryptographical security employed.
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .DC4) 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 .DC4 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 .DC4 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 .DC4 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 .DC4 extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .DC4 file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .DC4 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 .DC4 file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .DC4 file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .DC4 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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