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DEVICESALT File - What is it and how do I open it?
Learn about .DEVICESALT files and view a list of programs that open them.
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What is a DEVICESALT file? A DEVICESALT file is a hidden system file used by NOOK eReader devices. It has no filename prefix ( .devicesalt ) and users cannot directly access the file. DEVICESALT files are part of the NOOK device's security system and are referenced for user authentication and protecting sensitive information.
More Information While DEVICESALT files are hidden on a NOOK, they will appear in the device's storage directory when connected to a PC. Although DEVICESALT files are visible this way, they remain restricted to maintain the security of the NOOK device. NOTE: In cryptography, a "salt" refers to a random value added to data, such as a password, to make it more secure by making encrypted passwords harder to decrypt through brute-force methods.
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.DEVICESALT File Extension
NOOK Device Salt File
| Developer | Barnes & Noble |
| Popularity |
2.5 | 6 Votes |
What is a DEVICESALT file?
A DEVICESALT file is a hidden system file used by NOOK eReader devices. It has no filename prefix ( .devicesalt ) and users cannot directly access the file. DEVICESALT files are part of the NOOK device's security system and are referenced for user authentication and protecting sensitive information.
More Information
While DEVICESALT files are hidden on a NOOK, they will appear in the device's storage directory when connected to a PC. Although DEVICESALT files are visible this way, they remain restricted to maintain the security of the NOOK device.
NOTE: In cryptography, a "salt" refers to a random value added to data, such as a password, to make it more secure by making encrypted passwords harder to decrypt through brute-force methods.
How to open a DEVICESALT file
DEVICESALT files are hidden on Nook devices, but they are present when navigating the contents of a NOOK device connected to a PC with file management applications, such as Microsoft File Explorer. There is no known program that can open DEVICESALT files. Also, you should not attempt to modify DEVICESALT files since it could compromise the device’s functionality or security features.
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Updated: October 9, 2024