- Extension
- .bw
- .cdu
- Format
- Binary
- Binary
- Category
- Raster Image
- Raster Image
- Developer
- Silicon Graphics, Inc.
- Darryl Friesen
- Description
- The bw file type is associated with Silicon Graphics RGB, a bitmap image format developed by Silicon Graphics, Inc. (SGI). It is specifically designed for grayscale images, utilizing a single channel to represent varying shades of black and white. The format is known for its use in graphics and visualization applications, especially in environments where Silicon Graphics workstations were prevalent. BW files are capable of storing high-quality images with efficient compression, making them suitable for both professional graphics work and scientific visualization.
- The CDU file type is associated with CDU Paint, a specialized image file format used by the CDU Paint software. This format is designed to store graphical data, such as digital paintings or drawings, created within the CDU Paint application. CDU files encapsulate both the image information and any specific properties related to the CDU Paint program, such as layers, effects, and brush strokes. This format allows artists to save their work in a way that preserves the integrity and editability of the original digital artwork.
- MIME Type
- image/x-rgb
- application/x-cdlink
