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What is a file extension?

Short answer: it's the set of letters after the period (.) in the name of a file.

Long answer: File extensions signify the file format of a file. It tells the operating system (OS) how data was stored in the file. Not all OS, require a file extension though. For instance, this is optional in Unix, but is mandatory with MS-DOS and Windows systems.

In most file formats the file type is actually defined by the contents (first bytes, file structure), but extensions are used to define the application that is used for opening the file.

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BIN - Extension Details
Date Added: May 03, 2009
File Extension:  .BIN
Description 1: .BIN file extension is linked with CDRWin CD Image file. .BIN files carry the disk images produced by CDRWin. It also stores CD or DVD data copies. These files can be mounted by a computer and can be identified as physical disc. .ISO files are similar to standard .BIN disc image files that if the .BIN file failed to open, the .ISO may be used as an alternative file extension for disk utility tools to open it.
Description 2: .BIN file extension is linked with Generic Binary File. It is a file that carries data in binary file format. .BIN files are different from textbased files since these files can be edited using a standard text editor. .BIN files are supported and can be produced by various programs. Disk images are generally binary files that often use a variety of file extensions. .BIN files may also be utilized by firmware updaters.
Description 3: .BIN file extension is linked with Machine Language the lowestlevel programming language that is understood by computers. Computers utilizing programmable microcode use highlevel language in contrast. Highlevel languages are translated into machine language [or assembly language] by a compiler. CPUs have their own exclusive machine language. The programs are rewritten or recompiled in order for them to run on various types of computers.
Description 4: .BIN file extension is linked with Micrografx Designer 7 project image an image file format from the same application. .BIN is also associated with another application named iGrafx Designer from Corel Corporation a vectorbased drawing application that bridges the gap between illustration vector graphics and CAD vector graphics. This application offers precision drawing capabilities, extensive technical library and ease of drawing.
Description 5: .BIN file extension is linked with MacBinary II Encoded File. This is the compressed file encoded as MacBinary or binary. It is commonly utilized for internet transfers of Mac files. .BIN files ensure than Mac the data fork and resource fork are kept in a single file. The standard .BIN file format is supported by various programs.
Description 6: .BIN file extension is linked with TenCORE plugin. TenCORE uses standard HTTP Internet protocol either as an independent material or embedded in a web browser. It offers fast and efficient user interaction which only requires minimal lessons available from the internet server. Users can launch the TenCore Runtime and usermaterial via Windows shortcut or internet browser hyperlink.
Description 7: .BIN file extension is linked with Unix Executable File. This is the program or compiled binary file that can run on a Unix OS [i.e. Linux or FreeBSD]. This file may also be run from a command line by using "[filename].BIN, where the [filename] is the executable file you want to run. The standard .BIN file format is supported by various programs.
Description 8: .BIN file extension is linked with Binary file or Binary Video file often used to create backup image files for CD or DVD. .BIN file extension is associated with other applications such as: EZB Systems Inc.'s UltraIso, MagicISO Inc.'s Magic ISO, PowerISO Computing Inc's PowerISO DirectAccessArchive, Nero AG's NERO, Smart Projects' ISOBuster.
Description 9: .BIN file extension is linked with ICQ 6 File. This is the file extension utilized by ICQ 6 Xtraz these are addons which were designed to add more functionality to ICQ. ICQ is a communication application that allows users to interact and meet via instant messaging services it provides such as: voice, text, VoIP, video, community and entertainment products. ICQ 6 is owned and developed by ICQ LLC.
Description 10: .BIN file extension is linked with Apple Safari Theme Resource File. This is the file extension utilized by Apple Safari an internet browser that offers simple and yet elegant userinterface. Other features include: easy bookmarks, fast performance, popup blocking, tabbed browsing, inline find, autoform filing, resizable text fields, builtin RSS, security and private browsing. Safari is owned and developed by Apple Inc.
Description 11: .BIN file extension is linked with Perceptron Scanner File. This is the file extension for the scanner file utilized by Perceptron Scanners such as ScanWorks 3D. Perceptron ScanWorks 3D offers scanning solutions that are suitable for various applications and industries such as laboratories, manufacturing, factory floors, inspection rooms and many others.
File Type:   Data file
Mode: ASCII
Program(s) to Open:  Windows: Perceptron ScanWorks 3D
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