.DMG File Type
File extension: DMG or .dmg
Description: Macintosh OS X Disk Copy Disk Image
Author of the .dmg file extension: Apple Computer, Inc.
Category: System file
Programs that use the .dmg file type:
Explanation of .dmg file extensions:
The .dmg file extension is generally used on Macintosh computers where they are image files that are treated as if they are real disks. This type of file is able to be burnt to CD, mounted as if it were a normal volume, and created with Disk Copy.
If you have a Windows computer yet find yourself with a .dmg file, you probably have a Macintosh file and will not be able to use it. For example, if you are downloading a program from the Internet, most sites will offer an .exe file for PCs and a .dmg file for Macintosh.
The .dmg file extension comes in several formats: Fat32, HFS, HFS+, UFS, ProDOS, and Linux.
Another problem is that .dmg files are sometimes password-protected. When this happens, they may not be mountable.
Typical problems associated with the .dmg file extension:
One of the most common problems with .dmg files is trying to open a .dmg file on Windows PCs. First, make sure you download the right version for your operating system.
If you have no choice but to use a .dmg file on a Windows PC, use a conversion program such as the dmg2img program to convert your .dmg file into an .iso or .img file. Once you have an .iso or .img file, you can then burn it to CD and use an .iso file reader such as UltraISO to read it.
Solutions/Recommendations:
Download and run the DMG2IMG program and then use UltraISO to read it.
Depending on which format of .dmg file you have, you may need special mounting software to mount it.
Associated links:
DMG2ISO - http://vu1tur.eu.org/tools/
UltraISO - http://www.ezbsystems.com/ultraiso/
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