File extension VLM
| File type | Novell Netware Virtual Loadable Module |
| Developer | Novell, Inc. |
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What is a VLM file?
VLM is a file extension used by Novell Netware operating system developed by Novell Inc.
VLM files store resources that may be used to extend the functionality of the system. VLM module files are used on systems that are network clients to allow communication with the main server. VLM files were used on workstations running under MS-DOS starting with Novell Netware version 4.
Program(s) that can open the .VLM file
Windows
How to open VLM files
If you cannot open the VLM file on your computer - there may be several reasons. The first and most important reason (the most common) is the lack of a suitable software that supports VLM among those that are installed on your device.
A very simple way to solve this problem is to find and download the appropriate application. The first part of the task has already been done – the software supporting the VLM file can be found in the table. Now just download and install the appropriate application.
Possible problems with the VLM format files
The inability to open and operate the VLM file does not necessarily mean that you do not have an appropriate software installed on your computer. There may be other problems that also block our ability to operate the Novell Netware Virtual Loadable Module file. Below is a list of possible problems.
- Corruption of a VLM file which is being opened
- Incorrect links to the VLM file in registry entries.
- Accidental deletion of the description of the VLM from the Windows registry
- Incomplete installation of an application that supports the VLM format
- The VLM file which is being opened is infected with an undesirable malware.
- The computer does not have enough hardware resources to cope with the opening of the VLM file.
- Drivers of equipment used by the computer to open a VLM file are out of date.
If you are sure that all of these reasons do not exist in your case (or have already been eliminated), the VLM file should operate with your programs without any problem. If the problem with the VLM file has not been solved, it may be due to the fact that in this case there is also another rare problem with the VLM file. In this case, the only you can do is to ask for assistance of a professional staff.
Updated 06/24/2022
How to associate the file with an installed software?
If you want to associate a file with a new program (e.g. my-file.VLM) you have two ways to do it. The first and the easiest one is to right-click on the selected VLM file. From the drop-down menu select "Choose default program", then click "Browse" and find the desired program. The whole operation must be confirmed by clicking OK. The second and more difficult to do is associate the VLM file extension to the corresponding software in the Windows Registry.
Is there one way to open unknown files?
Many files contain only simple text data. It is possible that while opening unknown files (e.g. VLM) with a simple text editor like Windows Notepad will allow us to see some of the data encoded in the file. This method allows you to preview the contents of many files, but probably not in such a structure as a program dedicated to support them.