REC files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Topfield PVR Recording
REC file extension is native to Topfield PVR digital recorder. REC format stores video data captured by this device. REC files are compressed to save storage space. REC files are sometimes called Topp...
General Information
| Title | REC File Extension |
| Extension | .rec |
| Full Form | Topfield PVR Recording |
| File Type | Video Recording File |
| Developer | Topfield Co., Ltd. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store video |
| Additional Functions | Store audio, metadata |
| Features | Time-shift recording, Scheduled recording |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Standard Definition, High Definition |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With compatible software |
Use Cases
| Personal Recording | Yes |
| Time-Shift Viewing | Yes |
| Archiving Broadcasts | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low inherent risk |
| Best Practices | Regular firmware updates, Encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Release | Associated with device firmware |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ts, .trp, .pvr |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Topfield TF5000PVR |
Device-Specific | N/A (Firmware) |
| Altair |
Free | Windows |
| ProjectX |
Free | Java-based, Cross-platform |
Type 2: fsck Data Recovery File
REC files may contain logs of inconsistencies a utility, fsck, found in Unix-like OSes. We have free online REC file extension apps that allow viewing, editing, converting, merging, splitting and comp...
General Information
| Title | .REC File Extension |
| Extension | .rec |
| Full Form | fsck Data Recovery File |
| File Type | Data Recovery File |
| Developer | Various Unix Systems |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store recovered data |
| Additional Functions | Facilitate data repair |
| Features | Auto-generated, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Varies with data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Not typically |
Use Cases
| File System Repair | Yes |
| Data Recovery | Yes |
| System Maintenance | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Verify integrity |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Appearance | Unix Systems |
| Relevance | Still in use |
Associated Types
| Related Extensions | .fsck, .sav |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Various Unix Systems |
Built-in utility | Unix, Linux |
Type 3: eJuice Me Up Recipe File
A .rec file is an eJuice Me Up recipe used to calculate e-juice mixes for e-cigarettes. The ingredients include propylene glycol, nicotine, vegetable glycerine, and water in calculated amounts. Many s...
General Information
| Title | .REC File Extension |
| Extension | .rec |
| Full Form | eJuice Me Up Recipe File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Breaktru Software |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store recipes |
| Additional Functions | Maintain ingredient ratios, Calculate mixes |
| Features | Ingredient tracking, Mix calculations |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based, Readable |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| DIY E-Liquid Creation | Yes |
| Cost Calculation | Yes |
| Inventory Management | Possible |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Verify sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Varies with software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .txt, .dat |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| eJuice Me Up |
Free | Windows |