IMAGE files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Apple Disk Image
An Apple disk image file contains an exact copy of a Mac-formatted disk or folder. Its name usually ends with ".dmg". When opened, it mounts as a volume in Finder. Apple disk images use proprietary fo...
General Information
| Title | IMAGE File Extension |
| Extension | .image |
| Full Form | Apple Disk Image File |
| File Type | Disk Image File |
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/x-apple-diskimage |
File Function
| Primary Function | Mount virtual disk |
| Additional Functions | Software distribution, Data backup |
| Features | Compressed, Encrypted |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High reliability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Software Installation | Yes |
| Data Archiving | Yes |
| System Backup | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malicious code |
| Best Practices | Scan for viruses, Verify integrity |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | macOS Monterey (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dmg, .iso, .cdr, .toast |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Disk Utility |
Free | macOS |
| hdiutil |
Free | macOS |
| DAEMON Tools |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: OpenQwaq Image
General Information
| Title | .IMAGE File Extension |
| Extension | .image |
| Full Form | OpenQwaq Image File |
| File Type | Virtual World Data File |
| Developer | Teleplace, Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store virtual environment |
| Additional Functions | Contain textures, objects |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Virtual Collaboration | Yes |
| 3D Environments | Yes |
| Training Simulations | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Access controls, Encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .vwr, .3d, .vrml |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| OpenQwaq |
N/A | N/A |
Type 3: Squeak Virtual Image
The IMAGE file contains a snapshot of all living objects in Squeak. The changes file logs all source code run and modified. It is a simple, local versions database. The sources file contains all base ...
General Information
| Title | .IMAGE File Extension |
| Extension | .image |
| Full Form | Squeak Virtual Image |
| File Type | Virtual Memory File |
| Developer | Squeak Community |
| MIME Type | application/x-squeak-image |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store state |
| Additional Functions | Preserve objects, Maintain session |
| Features | Snapshot, Portable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High integrity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Within VM |
Use Cases
| Software Development | Yes |
| Educational Tools | Yes |
| Interactive Computing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code execution |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, VM monitoring |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1996 |
| Latest Version | Squeak 5.3 (2020) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .changes, .st, .sources |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Squeak |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Pharo |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Cuis Smalltalk |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |