BIN files

[ksbigair]

I downloaded a program that is in a BIN file format. What program do i use to install with? Thanks for your help.

[1c3d0g]

You can use a CD/DVD burning application like Nero or CDBurnerXP (free) to burn the .BIN image onto a CD/DVD. But wait, don't just copy and paste the BIN file through the CD/DVD burning software! That just makes a copy of that single file, you need the contents inside that file. To do this, you need to look in the menu of your favorite program and find something called "Burn CD from ISO" or "Write Disc from ISO file" (the name varies from software to software, but it should be something like that). IIRC, Nero automagically handles .BIN files, so you don't need to convert it to an .ISO file. However, CDBurnerXP does not, so you first need to go to "File" ▶ "Convert to ISO image", select the folder, name the new file and click "Convert File". Then you're free to "Write Disc from ISO file" with your newly created .ISO file. Hope this little "tutorial" helps.

[ScubaSteve]

you bin file should really come with a cuesheet .cue you can either use something like MagicISO or Nero to burn it to a cd or use something like DaemonTools to mount it to a virtual drive.

[ksbigair]

I downloaded cdburner xppro and it worked like a charm. thanks for the info it is greatly appreciated! =D

[webdr]

if you want more about image files,and want to learn something about protection...vs (for your future) you should use Alcohol %120 current version..

If you want to reach a lot of information about burning and if you want to use google for this you should use Nero..

If you want to use freeware cdburner xppro is great,also they have their own forum.

good luck