META File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .meta
File Type RealPlayer Metafile
MIME Type application/vnd.rn-realmedia-meta
Developed By RealNetworks
Main Purpose Linking to real media content
Structure Text-based
Encoding ASCII
Primary Usage Streaming media settings and references
Accessibility Editable with text editors
Compatibility Supported by RealPlayer software
Linking Capability Can link to multiple RealMedia files
Streaming Support Designed for streaming video and audio
File Description Contains references to media content
Content Type Metadata for RealPlayer content
File Signature N/A
Key Elements URLs to media files, parameters for playback
Security Depends on the linked content's security
File Size Usually small (kilobytes)
Advantages Flexible, supports various streaming methods
Disadvantages Dependent on RealPlayer, limited use outside of RealNetworks products