Entity: XBM
XBM is a monochrome bitmap format used to store data as a C language data array. It is commonly associated with X-Windows Bitmaps and is utilized for black-and-white images in the X Window System.
XBM
Etymology
The abbreviation XBM stands for X BitMap.
Definition
XBM is a monochrome bitmap format in which data is stored as a C language data array. It is commonly associated with X-Windows Bitmaps and is utilized for black-and-white images in the X Window System.
Historical Context
XBM was created by the X Consortium to represent monochrome images, specifically bitmaps. It has been widely used in graphical applications within UNIX and Linux environments.
Cultural Significance
XBM has played a significant role in the development of graphical applications in the X Window System, providing a format for storing monochrome images efficiently.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include bitmap formats, monochrome images, and graphical applications within UNIX and Linux environments.
See Also
A monochrome bitmap format primarily used for storing black-and-white images in the X Window System.