System File Type – wasm

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System File Type

wasm

Application
Windows Explorer icon for the wasm file type in OneDrive folders

Overview

A WebAssembly binary module.

Characteristics

Compact, validated, portable low-level bytecode designed for fast decoding and near-native execution in sandboxed hosts.

Common Uses

High-performance web applications, portable runtimes, language compilation targets, plug-ins, and server workloads.

Compatible Programs

  • Google Chrome
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Node.js
  • Wasmtime

Sources

wasm Available by Year Taken/Created

wasm — Live from Microsoft

Secure, read-only view focused directly on the wasm file-type folder.