Which MIME types are related to file extension ".au"?

What is a File Extension?

A file extension is a suffix at the end of a filename that indicates what type of file it is. File extensions help both users and operating systems identify what application should be used to open the file.

File extensions are typically separated from the filename by a period (dot) and consist of 2-4 characters, though they can be longer. For example, in the filename "document.pdf", ".pdf" is the file extension.

File extensions are closely related to MIME types, as they both serve to identify the format of a file. However, while MIME types are used primarily by web browsers and servers, file extensions are used by operating systems and applications.

About .au Files

Description

.au files are associated with Basic Audio.

Associated MIME Types

audio/basic

Basic Audio

Applications

.au files can be opened with the following applications:

Media players (VLC, Windows Media Player)
Audio editors
Music streaming applications
Mobile music apps

Technical Details

Format

The .au format is associated with Basic Audio. A simple audio format that was commonly used on early Unix systems.

Usage

.au files are used for storing and playing digital audio content such as music, podcasts, or voice recordings.

Specification

The .au format is specified in RFC 2046.

Frequently Asked Questions

Related File Extensions

External reference for the .au file extension

https://filext.com/file-extension/AU