001 files exist as 5 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Split Archive Part 1
A 001 file is the first part of a split archive. Such files contain control information for subsequent parts. This allows a program to determine required parts to recreate the full archive. 001 files ...
General Information
| Title | .001 File Extension |
| Extension | .001 |
| Full Form | Split Archive Part 1 |
| File Type | Split Archive File |
| Developer | Various archiving software developers |
| MIME Type | application/x-001 |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store part of a split archive |
| Additional Functions | Facilitate large file distribution, archiving |
| Features | Splitting, Multi-part |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Binary data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Large File Distribution | Yes |
| Backup Purposes | Yes |
| Data Archiving | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption, Malware injection |
| Best Practices | Checksum verification, Safe sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies by software |
| Latest Version | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Related Extensions | .002, .003, ..., .rar, .zip |
Type 2: Norton Ghost Disk Backup
The 001 file extension offers encryption to protect data. The Norton Ghost application creates the file. Launch the application. Click Open. Select the 001 file to open. Edit the opened file. A back...
General Information
| Title | .001 File Extension |
| Extension | .001 |
| Full Form | Norton Ghost Disk Backup File Part |
| File Type | Disk Image Part File |
| Developer | Symantec Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store disk backup |
| Additional Functions | Part of multi-volume backup set |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High compression |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| System Recovery | Yes |
| Data Archiving | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Corruption, Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Secure storage, Regular verification |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Final Release | Norton Ghost 15.0 (2009) |
Associated Types
| Related Extensions | .gho, .ghs |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Norton Ghost |
Commercial | Windows |
 PowerISO |
Free trial, Commercial | Windows, Linux |
| 7-Zip |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: Multimedia Fusion Backup File
The 001 file extension belongs to Backup Files. 001 files are created with Multimedia Fusion. It is the backup of a project file. If the original file gets deleted or corrupted, the backup allows rest...
General Information
| Title | .001 File Extension |
| Extension | .001 |
| Full Form | Multimedia Fusion Backup File |
| File Type | Backup File |
| Developer | Clickteam |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store backup |
| Additional Functions | Project recovery, Version rollback |
| Features | Preservation, Data integrity |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High reliability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Through software |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Software Prototyping | Yes |
| Educational Projects | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Use latest software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 2000s |
| Latest Version | Depends on software version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mfa, .ccn, .gam |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Clickteam Fusion 2.5 |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| Multimedia Fusion 2 |
Paid | Windows |
Type 4: Fax File
General Information
| Title | .001 File Extension |
| Extension | .001 |
| Full Form | Fax File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store fax data |
| Additional Functions | Part of split archive |
| Features | Sequential, Multi-part |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Fax Transmission | Yes |
| Data Archiving | Yes |
| Large File Distribution | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data corruption |
| Best Practices | Backup, Verification |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Varies |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .002, .003, .rar |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| FAX Software |
Varies | Varies |
| File Splitting Tools |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Data Recovery Software |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 5: Snes9x Slot 2 Saved State
Snes9x is an emulator of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System gaming console for Microsoft Windows. The 001 file contains a player's saved position in a game. Use Snes9x to open *.001 slot 2 saved ...
General Information
| Title | .001 File Extension |
| Extension | .001 |
| Full Form | Snes9x Slot 2 Saved State |
| File Type | Game Save File |
| Developer | Snes9x Team |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game progress |
| Additional Functions | Enable state loading |
| Features | Quick save, Quick load |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Gameplay Continuation | Yes |
| Game State Sharing | Yes |
| Game Testing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1999 |
| Latest Version | Depends on Snes9x version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .000, .002, .003, .frz, .zst |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Snes9x |
Free | Windows, macOS, Linux |