MD1 files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: GEAR CD Disc Image
General Information
| Title | MD1 File Extension |
| Extension | .md1 |
| Full Form | GEAR CD Disc Image |
| File Type | Disc Image File |
| Developer | GEAR Software |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store disc data |
| Additional Functions | Backup, replication |
| Features | 1:1 copy, sector-level |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Exact replica |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Data Archiving | Yes |
| Software Distribution | Yes |
| Audio CD Duplication | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Potential malware |
| Best Practices | Scan for viruses, trusted source |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .iso, .bin, .cue |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 GEAR PRO |
Commercial | Windows |
| GEAR Mastering Edition |
Commercial | Windows |
Type 2: Alcohol Disk Image Segment 2
General Information
| Title | MD1 File Extension |
| Extension | .md1 |
| Full Form | Alcohol Disk Image Segment 2 |
| File Type | Disk Image File Segment |
| Developer | Alcohol Soft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Disk image segment |
| Additional Functions | Split image file |
| Features | Segmented, Part of set |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Lossless |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Data Backup | Yes |
| Data Recovery | Yes |
| Software Distribution | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malware distribution |
| Best Practices | Virus scan, Authentic source |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Related to Alcohol Software version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mds, .iso, .bin, .cue |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol 120% |
Paid | Windows |
| Alcohol 52% |
Free, Paid | Windows |