OSC files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: OpenStreetMap Change File
General Information
| Title | OSC File Extension |
| Extension | .osc |
| Full Form | OpenStreetMap Change File |
| File Type | XML Data File |
| Developer | OpenStreetMap Foundation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store changes |
| Additional Functions | Update data |
| Features | Incremental updates, XML format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Data dependent |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Map Editing | Yes |
| Data Synchronization | Yes |
| Version Control | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data corruption |
| Best Practices | Validation, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .osm, .pbf, .shp |
Type 2: Obix Source Code File
General Information
| Title | OSC File Extension |
| Extension | .osc |
| Full Form | Obix Source Code File |
| File Type | Source Code File |
| Developer | Corporation Unknown |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store source code |
| Additional Functions | Configure Obix operations |
| Features | Plain text, Obix-specific syntax |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on code |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Obix Development | Yes |
| Home Automation | Possible |
| Building Management | Possible |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code injection |
| Best Practices | Code review, validation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Date Unknown |
| Latest Version | Version Unknown |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .obix, .txt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Obix Compiler |
N/A | N/A |
| Text Editors |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| IDEs |
Varies | Varies |