The DOS stub resides between the DOS Header (MZ header) and the NT Header. It typically prints a messages that states “This program cannot be run in DOS mode”
This message may be changed at compile time.
Relevant Topics
DOS Header
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Data Directory
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Export Directory
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Import Address Table
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