MDX files: what are they and how do I open them?
Are you facing difficulties opening unknown files on your computer, or wondering exactly what this file is?
We've got the information and best software solutions for opening these files effortlessly.
.mdx file type #1: Astroburn MDX disc imag
mdx file extension is typically found on a unique disk image format used by Daemon Tools and Astroburn, called Media Data eXtended format.
Further details:
MDX file is a proprietary disk image file format developed by the authors of Daemon Tools/Astroburn software.
The MDX (Media Data eXtended) format is used to store the complete content of an optical disc, including the file system and track data, in a single file. This allows users to create virtual copies of CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs that can be mounted and used just like physical discs. The MDX format supports advanced features like multi-session discs and password protection.
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Astroburn
A handy tool for burning and mastering of optical media
.mdx file type #2: Blizzard Entertainment 3D model
An mdx file extension is associated with computer games developed by Blizzard Entertainment. An mdx files stores 3D models.
Further details:
The mdx file extension is associated with 3D model files, used by Blizzard Entertainment in several of their games, mainly in Warcraft 3.
The text variant of this format exists, and has the MDL file extension.
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Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos
A legendary real-time strategy from Blizzard
Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne
Official expansions pack for Warcraft 3 RTS game
.mdx file type #3: IBM Rational XDE model
An mdx file extension is related to the IBM Rational XDE and used for its model files.
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The mdx file extension is associated with the IBM Rational XDE, an integrated development tool for Microsoft Windows, Linux and Unix operating systems.
The mdx file contains Rational XDE saved model.
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Rational XDE
Old XDE for software developers
.mdx file type #4: IBM Works for OS/2 data
Files with mdx file extension could also be found as part of IBM Works for OS/2.
Further details:
The mdx file extension is used for an old format used by IBM Works. IBM Works was distributed with BonusPack for OS/2 Warp 3 and integrated in OS/2 Warp 4.
OS/2 was operating system for IBM-PC and compatible computers.
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OS/2
An older computer operating system developed by IBM for PCs
.mdx file type #5: MDict dictionary
An mdx file extension is associated with the MDict a dictionary software. An mdx file stores dictionary data.
Further details:
The mdx file extension is related to MDict, a multi-language dictionary under WinCE for PDAs, it doesn't provide dictionary data itself, but use libraries built by user.
The mdx file contains dictionary.
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MDict
A multi-language dictionary
.mdx file type #6: Microsoft database index
An mdx file extension is used by Microsoft SQL Severs for files that contain database indexes. Indexing is a feature of many database systems, that improve the speed of accessing the databases.
Further details:
The mdx file extension is associated with Microsoft SQL Server. File contains database index. Database indexing enables full text indexing of Microsoft SQL Server and Access databases using ODBC and Active Server Pages (ASP).
MDX extension is also used in other programs for their database indexes. Including Borland, or dBase. These just share the same extension and purpose but are otherwise unrelated to Microsoft's MDX format.
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Microsoft SQL Server
Set of relation database tools for making and organization of SQL databases
.mdx file type #7: X68000 midi data
Files with mdx file extension can also be found as some sort of midi sequence audio files for Sharp X68000 computer.
Further details:
The mdx file extension is used for midi-like files in a Music Macro Language (MML) based format designed to be played on the Sharp X68000 series of computers. The music data is programed then compiled into the MDX file.
The .mdx file can also sometimes be accompanied by a .pdx file, which does contain additional PCM data.
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mdxplay
Old audio software
Audio Overload
A music player for video games