Compressed Hunks of Data
General Information
| Title | CHD File Extension |
| Extension | .chd |
| Full Form | Compressed Hunks of Data |
| File Type | Disk Image File |
| Developer | MAME |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store disk images |
| Additional Functions | Archive game data |
| Features | Compression, Versioning |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With tools |
Use Cases
| Game Emulation | Yes |
| Software Preservation | Yes |
| Data Archival | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Verify sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1997 |
| Latest Version | Integrated in MAME updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .iso, .bin, .cue |
