.bin files contain binary code used by applications on computers. On Android, .bin files are created from .apk file errors. Android applications are stored in APK format
DAT files contain information about associated programs. Most DAT files are simple text and can be opened with text editors. Some DAT files, like codecs, cannot be opened by regular programs
JPEG uses lossy compression, permanently deleting some data. PNG uses lossless compression, maintaining quality with each save. JPEGs are smaller but lose quality with each edit
DMG files are Apple disk image files similar to Windows ISOs. DMG files create new drives for software installation and organization. DMG files are used to store compressed software installers
MSI is a Windows installer package file used for Windows updates. Contains all information needed for software installation. Originally named Microsoft Installer, now Windows Installer Package
PAK files contain game data like graphics, objects, textures, and sounds. PAK files are often renamed ZIP files. Different games use different PAK formats, requiring multiple programs