SUN File Converter
Online SUN File Converter - Instant Download!
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How to Use SUN Converter
Step 1 – Upload SUN file
Drag your .SUN file or use the browse button.
Step 2 – Choose Format
Select the desired output format from the dropdown list.
Step 3 – Download File
Click "Convert" and download your converted file once ready.
About SUN (.SUN)
SUN files are raster image files used primarily for storing bitmap graphics in the SUN Raster format developed by Sun Microsystems. This format was popular in early Unix workstations for its simplicity and compatibility with Sun hardware. It supports various color depths, including monochrome and 24-bit color images. An interesting fact is that the SUN Raster format was one of the first portable image formats used in networked Unix systems.
Technical Details
The SUN Raster format stores image data in a header followed by pixel data, with support for different encoding types such as raw or run-length encoding. The header includes information like image width, height, depth, and color map type. The simplicity of the format allows for straightforward parsing but lacks advanced compression features found in newer formats. Originally, this format was designed to facilitate quick display on Sun's own hardware, emphasizing speed over file size optimization.
Additional Information & Use Cases
These files typically have the .sun or .ras extension and are mainly used in legacy systems or for compatibility with older software. SUN files can be opened by several image viewers and converters that support classic Unix graphics formats. Although less common today, they played a crucial role in early graphical user interface development. Many modern programs can convert SUN files into more widely used formats like PNG or JPEG.
