What is MIME type "audio/dfpwm"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

audio/dfpwm refers to an audio format encoded with a lightweight, pulse modulation algorithm. This codec minimizes processing loads and reduces file sizes by representing audio with a series of modulated pulses.

It is designed for constrained environments.

Embedded systems with limited CPU power.
Niche gaming modifications that need low-latency streaming.
Real-time communications where bandwidth is at a premium.

Files using this MIME type typically carry the DFPWM file extension.

The main goal is to efficiently encode and decode audio in scenarios where standard codecs are too heavy. Specialized software or plugins may be required to play these files on conventional media players.
For more technical details, you can explore additional codec documentation at MIME resources.

Associated file extensions

.dfpwm

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:


    Content-Type: audio/dfpwm

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:


    <a href="file.dat" type="audio/dfpwm">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', 'audio/dfpwm');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.dfpwm

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.