File extension .NC
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Unidata Network Common Data Form Format | CNC Software | Data Files |
The .NC file extension is an abbreviation of Unidata Network Common Data form (NC). NC is an implementation of a self-describing, portable data format issued by the Unidata Program Center. Developed originally to meet the need for developing and disseminating meteorological data, this data format supports data organization, validation, and interchange.
Purpose and Features
The NC file extension is used for storage files on disk, remote access servers, dedicated interactive machines and networks. The Unidata Program Center (UPC) started to develop the NC format in 1982 to transfer weather data between computers through long distance communications networks. UPC defined the local group conventions for representing geophysical data sets in the field in a common standard form, now known as netCDF or Network Common Data Form.
NetCDF files can be identified with the .NC, .CDF, NC4, and .NCD file extensions and created through software applications such as ArcGIS, GRASS GIS, Panoply, and QGIS. NC Files are divided into three parts, defining the data, its structure and dimensions of the array-oriented data set.
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .NC) 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 .NC 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 .NC 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 .NC 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 .NC extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .NC file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .NC 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 .NC file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .NC file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .NC 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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