A COM file is a type of executable file that originated in the DOS (Disk Operating System) environment and is also used in various versions of Microsoft Windows. The name "COM" comes from the file extension ".com", which is used for these files. Here are some key characteristics of COM files: 1. **Format**: COM files are typically simpler than EXE files. They contain a flat binary image of the executable program, meaning they contain machine code that the operating system can execute.
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