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ISO 9660
NameISO 9660
DeveloperEcma International, International Organization for Standardization
Introduced1988
Max volume size8 TB
Max file size4 GB
Max filename length31 characters (using Roman alphabet and ASCII)
Supported osUnix, Windows, macOS, Linux

ISO 9660 is a file system standard published by Ecma International and International Organization for Standardization for optical discs, such as CD-ROMs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. It was developed by Microsoft, Apple Inc., and IBM to provide a common format for exchanging data between different computer systems, including Unix, Windows, and macOS. The standard is also supported by Linux and other operating systems, allowing for seamless data transfer between devices from different manufacturers, such as Sony, Toshiba, and Samsung. This standard has been widely adopted by various industries, including entertainment, education, and software development, with companies like Adobe Systems, Autodesk, and Microsoft relying on it for their products.

Introduction

The ISO 9660 standard provides a format for storing files on optical discs, allowing for compatibility between different computer systems and operating systems. It is widely used for distributing software, data, and multimedia content, such as video games, movies, and music, on CD-ROMs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. The standard is supported by various industry leaders, including Microsoft, Apple Inc., and IBM, as well as organizations like Ecma International and International Organization for Standardization. This has enabled the creation of cross-platform applications, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office, which can run on different operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.

History

The development of ISO 9660 began in the late 1980s, with the first edition published in 1988 by Ecma International and International Organization for Standardization. The standard was created to provide a common format for exchanging data between different computer systems, including Unix, Windows, and macOS. Since its introduction, the standard has undergone several revisions, with updates published in 1993, 1999, and 2013, to accommodate new technologies and industry requirements, such as the introduction of DVDs and Blu-ray Discs. The standard has been widely adopted by various industry leaders, including Microsoft, Apple Inc., and IBM, as well as organizations like Sony, Toshiba, and Samsung.

Specification

The ISO 9660 standard specifies a format for storing files on optical discs, including the structure of the file system, file naming conventions, and data encoding methods. The standard supports file names up to 31 characters in length, using the Roman alphabet and ASCII character set, and allows for file sizes up to 4 GB. The standard also defines a set of file attributes, including file permissions and timestamps, which are compatible with various operating systems, including Unix, Windows, and macOS. This has enabled the creation of cross-platform applications, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office, which can run on different operating systems.

File Systems

ISO 9660 is a file system standard that provides a format for storing files on optical discs, including CD-ROMs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. The standard is supported by various file systems, including FAT32, NTFS, and HFS+, which are used by operating systems like Windows, macOS, and Linux. The standard is also compatible with other file systems, such as ext2 and ext3, which are used by Linux and other Unix-like operating systems. This has enabled the creation of hybrid discs, which can be read by multiple operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Compatibility

ISO 9660 is widely supported by various operating systems, including Unix, Windows, and macOS, as well as Linux and other Unix-like operating systems. The standard is also supported by various industry leaders, including Microsoft, Apple Inc., and IBM, as well as organizations like Sony, Toshiba, and Samsung. This has enabled the creation of cross-platform applications, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office, which can run on different operating systems. The standard is also compatible with various hardware platforms, including x86, ARM, and PowerPC, which are used by computers, smartphones, and tablets from different manufacturers.

Applications

ISO 9660 has a wide range of applications, including software distribution, data archiving, and multimedia content distribution. The standard is widely used for distributing video games, movies, and music on CD-ROMs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. The standard is also used for creating bootable discs, which can be used to install operating systems, such as Windows, macOS, and Linux. This has enabled the creation of live CDs and live DVDs, which can be used to run operating systems and applications without installing them on a computer. The standard is also used by various organizations, including NASA, European Space Agency, and United States Department of Defense, for distributing software and data to their employees and partners. Category:File systems