File extension .MOF
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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Systems Management Server Managed Object Format | Desktop Management Task Force | Settings Files |
A MOF (Managed Object Format) File is a plain text file extension type used by Microsoft Windows, or the Common Language Infrastructure (CLI) platform, for storing managed objects.
A MOF file is used to define and carry out methods and operations in a Common Information Model (CIM). It contains information about runtime structure and components that are installed on the computer. It also contains the description, parameters, and data values ??for the functions of implemented classes.
Uses of MOF File Extension
MOF files are used to store CIM and WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) classes. This can be done by scripting languages such as Visual Basic Scripting (VBScript) and JScript which can access class definitions for a CIM Object Manager to carry out management operations.
For example, if an administrator wants to view the information that is stored in a WMI repository then a.mof file can be used to compile macro files so that they can be read by the WMI data provider.
Similar File Extensions
Other related file extensions include .tfm, .mir, .mzf, .mcw, and .flk.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .MOF) 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 .MOF 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 .MOF 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 .MOF 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 .MOF extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .MOF file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .MOF 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 .MOF file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .MOF file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .MOF 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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