MEM File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Format MEM (FoxPro Variable File)
Primary Use Data storage and variables for FoxPro projects
Developer Microsoft
Binary or Textual Binary
Standard Proprietary
File Extension .mem
File Signature None specific
Accessibility Accessible with software that supports FoxPro or by converting to another format
Main Usage To store data variables for later use within FoxPro applications
Editable With specific software or tools that can interpret .mem files
Encryption Support Possible through external tools
Compatibility Compatible with FoxPro and some database management systems
MIME Type application/octet-stream
Compression Not compressed natively; external compression tools can be used
Advantages Efficient data storage for FoxPro applications
Disadvantages Limited compatibility and usability outside FoxPro environment
Structure Contains variable declarations and values in a binary format specific to FoxPro
Modification Date Support Depends on the file system but not specifically stored within the file metadata
Direct Manipulation Not recommended without using FoxPro or compatible tools due to binary nature
Recovery Possibility Challenging without backups or specialized tools due to proprietary format