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The forum discussion revolves around a mysterious file or folder found on an Oculus Quest device, with initial uncertainty about its purpose. Participants identify the file as likely a base64-encoded string involved in system processes, possibly for user identification or integrity checks. While some advise caution in deleting it, others suggest it’s harmless, and the overall tone indicates curiosity and cautious interest in understanding its function.
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i've got this file when i bought oculus quest
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riserbo
Yes, it does seem to signify an ID the software can use to recognize you as the user. Definitely not something to worry about. Out of curiosity, what is inside the folder?
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Well we know it's a folder and the '=' at the end is a dead giveaway it's a base64 encoded string. My guess is it's used for some type of integrity check or something. It doesn't decode to any human readable text.
 
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Yes, it does seem to signify an ID the software can use to recognize you as the user. Definitely not something to worry about. Out of curiosity, what is inside the folder?
 
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