What Is an Executable File? Understanding .exe, How Programs Run, and the Basics of Coding | Funifytools
Installing software unpacks many support files, but the program actually runs via an executable (.exe) that instructs the OS what to load. The .exe is the “ignition key,” coordinating DLLs, configs, and other resources to start the app. Desktop icons are shortcuts pointing to the real .exe; deleting a shortcut doesn’t remove the program, uninstalling does. Executables are produced by compiling source code into machine code, turning developer logic into a runnable file. Knowing the roles of executables, support files, and shortcuts clarifies how programs launch and sets the stage for learning to code. You can view the original blog post in Korean and English at the links below: [ View in Korean ] | [ View in English ]