Protocol Data Unit File
General Information
| Title | PDU File Extension |
| Extension | .pdu |
| Full Form | Protocol Data Unit File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store data |
| Additional Functions | Communication data, SMS messages |
| Features | Binary format, Encoded information |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High stability |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Network Analysis | Yes |
| SMS Transfer | Yes |
| Telecommunications | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data interception |
| Best Practices | Encryption, Secure transfer |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Depends on standard |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pcap, .cap, .txt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Wireshark |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 PDUspy |
N/A | Windows |
| Online PDU Decoders |
Free | Web-based |