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ISO vs. BIN vs. CUE vs. IMG: Disk Image Formats Explained

There are numerous disk image file formats out there, but how do they differ, and what should you use?

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How to Extract DMG Files in Linux

DMG files are Mac-exclusive disk images, but it's possible to mount them and access their contents on a Linux computer.

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What Is a Disk Image File and What Formats Can Be Used in Storing Optical Media?

You can use disk image files for all sorts of things, but what formats can a disk image file use?

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How to Create an ISO File of Your Windows System

Need to back up and restore Windows without backup tools? Learn how to make an ISO image of your Windows PC.

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What Is the BIN File Format?

Although BIN files aren't as popular as they once were, you'll still come across them from time to time.

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What Is a Disk Image? ISO, IMG, DMG, and Others Explained

Disk images encoded as ISO, DMG, and other file types are perfect for cloning, safekeeping, and sharing legacy storage media such as CDs and DVD-ROMs.

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What Is a DMG File and How Do You Use Them?

Mac users may be familiar with DMG files, but what exactly is a DMG file? Are these files exclusive to Macs and are they safe? Let's find out.

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Running Out of Space? How to Clone Your Linux System Drive to a Larger SSD With CloneZilla

Learn how to clone one Linux drive to another, GRUB and all, using CloneZilla

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How to Run Old Software on a Modern PC or Laptop

Grab the old data from your outdated storage mediums and get it running on your modern PC or laptop.

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10 Fixes to Make Chrome Use Less Disk Space

If you're finding that Chrome is taking up an excessive amount of your disk space, try these ten fixes to solve the problem.

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What Is an ISO File and What Does ISO Mean?

Is it a file? Or an organization? No, wait, you want to buy something? Well, what does ISO mean anyway?

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How to Mount and Unmount ISO Files in Linux

Don't know how to work with ISO files? Here's a step-by-step guide on mounting and unmounting ISO image files on Linux.

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The 4 Best Sites to Download Virtual Disk Images for VirtualBox

Download virtual machine images to save time! Here are the best sites to download virtual disk images for VirtualBox.

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How to Combine Multiple ISO Files Into a Single Bootable ISO Image

There are hundreds of Live CDs available, many indispensable for desktop recovery. Use MultiCD to compile them onto one disc.

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The 4 Best Free Alternatives to DAEMON Tools for Mounting Image Files

DAEMON Tools is often the first-choice software for mounting disk image files. Try these free alternatives to DAEMON Tools!

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How to Extract ISO Files With Linux

How do you view an ISO disk image in Linux? Can you unpack ISOs in the terminal? Here's everything you need to know.

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How to Create Windows-Compatible ISO Disc Images on a Mac

Create Windows-compatible .ISO disc images using your Mac without using any additional software or apps.

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How To Play Games Without CD Using No-CD Cracks

Any of your games, old or new, on CDs? With these cracks, you'll never have to use a CD to play your games again!

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How to Create & Mount Disc Images on a Virtual Drive

Do you still have CDs or DVDs lying around? When an optical disc breaks, it's gone forever. We show you how to make digital and playable backups of your CDs and DVDs now!

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The Best Backup Software for Windows

Your data is fragile – it only takes one small accident to lose everything. The more backups you make, the better. Here we present the best free backup software for Windows.

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