The “.SDP” file extension is associated with Session Description Protocol (SDP) files. SDP is a text-based protocol used to describe multimedia sessions for the purposes of session announcement, session invitation, and other forms of multimedia session initiation.
How to open an SDP file:
SDP files themselves are typically opened and read by networking or communication software, rather than by end-users directly. Here are some potential ways to work with SDP files:
1. Text Editors:
- SDP files are plain text files, so you can open and view them using any text editor. This can be useful for inspecting the content of the SDP file.
2. Network Communication Software:
- SDP files are used by network communication software, such as VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) applications and video conferencing tools. The software may generate or read SDP files to describe the parameters of multimedia sessions.
Programs that may open SDP files:
1. VoIP Applications:
- VoIP applications like Skype, Zoom, and Cisco Webex may use SDP files for session negotiation.
2. Media Servers:
- Media servers or streaming servers may generate SDP files to describe multimedia sessions.