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+HDF is a multi-object file format that facilitates the transfer of
+various types of scientific data between machines and operating
+systems. HDF allows self-definitions of data content and easy
+extensibility for future enhancements or compatibility with other
+standard formats. HDF includes Fortran and C calling interfaces, and
+utilities to prepare raw image of data files or for use with other
+NCSA software. The HDF library contains interfaces for storing and
+retrieving compressed or uncompressed 8-bit and 24-bit raster images
+with palettes, n-Dimensional scientific datasets and binary tables.
+An interface is also included that allows arbitray grouping of other
+HDF objects.