What is MIME type "application/vnd.nokia.n-gage.data"?
A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.
The MIME type application/vnd.nokia.n-gage.data is used to mark files that store game data for Nokia’s N-Gage platform. It defines a specific format that the N-Gage system reads and writes for gaming content. The associated file uses the extension NGDAT.
This format is used to store essential game information. The data can include configuration settings, saved game progress, and assets required for gameplay.
- Game Data Storage: Holds in-game progress and user settings.
- Configuration Management: Saves game and system configurations.
- Data Exchange: Used internally by Nokia N-Gage devices for moving data between game components.
While this MIME type was critical for Nokia’s gaming system, it is rare in modern computing due to changes in gaming platforms.
For additional information on MIME types, check the Mozilla Developer Network or the IANA Media Types Registry.
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Usage Examples
HTTP Header
When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:
Content-Type: application/vnd.nokia.n-gage.data
HTML
In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:
<a href="file.dat" type="application/vnd.nokia.n-gage.data">Download file</a>
Server-side (Node.js)
Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:
const http = require('http');
http.createServer((req, res) => {
res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'application/vnd.nokia.n-gage.data');
res.end('Content here');
}).listen(3000);
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FAQ
What is a MIME type?
A MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) type is a standard that indicates the nature and format of a document, file, or assortment of bytes. MIME types are defined and standardized in IETF's RFC 6838.
MIME types are important because they help browsers and servers understand how to process a file. When a browser receives a file from a server, it uses the MIME type to determine how to display or handle the content, whether it's an image to display, a PDF to open in a viewer, or a video to play.
MIME types consist of a type and a subtype, separated by a slash (e.g., text/html, image/jpeg, application/pdf). Some MIME types also include optional parameters.
How do I find the MIME type for a file?
You can check the file extension or use a file identification tool such as file --mime-type
on the command line. Many programming languages also provide libraries to detect MIME types.
Why are multiple MIME types listed for one extension?
Different applications and historical conventions may use alternative MIME identifiers for the same kind of file. Showing them all helps ensure compatibility across systems.