File extension .AFF
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Forensics Format Disk Image | Basis Technology | Disk Image Files |
AFF (AFF Disk Image) is a file format used for disk image backups and is developed by RevisionSoft Corporation. The AFF Disk Image format is used to store multiple files and folders on a single disk backup file, with the purpose of providing an easy storage solution and allowing users to replicate their disk drives in its entirety. The AFF Disk Image format supports a wide range of file systems functioning on multiple operating systems, such as Microsoft Windows, Linux, macOS and many others.
Files storing the AFF Disk Image format use the.aff file extension and are usually compressed as a combination of ZIP, GZip, BZip or other compression formats thus creating comparatively small files with no losses in data. Due to this feature and its high performance data storage capabilities, the AFF Disk Image format has been increasingly adopted by professional users for archiving purposes. In addition, the AFF Disk Image format is very similar to other formats such as HDD, ISO, DMG, IMG and others.
Format Features
The AFF Disk Image format has several features making it suitable for use in disk image backups. For example, it is capable of storing information about the original file system structure and design of the disk before backing it up. Furthermore, it provides users with an easy way to fully replicate disk contents from source to destination and therefor can be used as an efficient archiving tool.
Compression Capabilities
The AFF Disk Image format provides strong compression capabilities which are mainly based on ZIP or other popular compression algorithms. This allows users to store large volumes of data in a compact size while preserving all original data files by applying lossless compression. As a result, users can save tremendous amounts of space when using the AFF Disk Image format compared to other similar file formats such as native disk images.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .AFF) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .AFF extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .AFF file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .AFF extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .AFF extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .AFF file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .AFF file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .AFF file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .AFF file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .AFF file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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