What is MIME type "application/x-setupscript"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

The MIME type application/x-setupscript marks files that drive installation processes. These files hold instructions on how to set up software or hardware. They work as plain text scripts that the system reads during installation.

Files with the setup script function, like those with the INF extension, contain specific commands to help Windows install drivers and configure settings.

• Main use case: Automating software or driver installation steps.
• Other uses: Managing system configurations like file placements and registry changes during setup.
• Key fact: The "x-" prefix shows that this MIME type is non-standard and tailored for specific setup tasks.

This type simplifies matching the right installation instructions with the appropriate system changes. For more details, consider checking references like the IANA Media Types.

Associated file extensions

.inf

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:

    Content-Type: application/x-setupscript
  

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:

    <a href="file.dat" type="application/x-setupscript">Download file</a>
  

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:

    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'application/x-setupscript');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);
  

Associated file extensions

.inf