NB files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Mathematica Notebook
Wolfram Notebook NB files are saved in plain textual format. The NB file is a Mathematica Notebook File. NB files store information in plain text which is readable in any text editor. NB files are arr...
General Information
| Title | Mathematica Notebook File |
| Extension | .nb |
| Full Form | Wolfram Notebook File |
| File Type | Interactive Document |
| Developer | Wolfram Research |
| MIME Type | application/mathematica |
File Function
| Primary Function | Interactive computation |
| Additional Functions | Documentation, Presentation |
| Features | Dynamic content, Computable document |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Scientific Research | Yes |
| Data Analysis | Yes |
| Education | Yes |
| Algorithm Development | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code execution |
| Best Practices | Trusted sources, File validation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1988 |
| Latest Version | Mathematica 13 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .m, .wl, .mx, .cdf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Wolfram Mathematica |
Commercial | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Wolfram CDF Player |
Free | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Wolfram Cloud |
Subscription, Free tier | Web-based |
Type 2: Nota Bene File
File created by Nota Bene for academic writing and research. Contains text, references, images. Used for theses, research papers. To create: Open Nota Bene, select "Save As", choose location and name....
General Information
| Title | NB File Extension |
| Extension | .nb |
| Full Form | Nota Bene File |
| File Type | Text Document |
| Developer | Nota Bene Associates |
| MIME Type | application/mathematica |
File Function
| Primary Function | Document creation |
| Additional Functions | Word processing, Bibliography management |
| Features | Formatted text, Embedded objects |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High readability |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Academic Writing | Yes |
| Research Documentation | Yes |
| Data Analysis | Possible |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Macro viruses |
| Best Practices | Update software, Disable macros |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1982 |
| Latest Version | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .doc, .docx, .rtf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Nota Bene |
Commercial | Windows |
| Wolfram Mathematica |
Commercial | Windows, Mac, Linux |