DLL or Dynamic Link Library, is a library of executable functions or data that can be used by a Windows application. Typically, a DLL provides one or more particular functions and a program accesses the functions by creating either a static or dynamic link to the DLL. A static link remains constant during program execution while a dynamic link is created by the program as needed. DLLs can also contain just data. DLL files usually end with the extension .dll,.exe., drv, or .fon.
A DLL can be used by several applications at the same time. Some DLLs are provided with the Windows operating system and available for any Windows application. Other DLLs are written for a particular application and are loaded with the application. With respect to AIT’s Shared Windows hosting solution, AIT will not register (add to the registry) any DLLs. If customers wish to have DLLs registered, AIT recommends one of our Dedicated Hosting platforms that will suit your needs.