Real Media Audio File
General Information
| Title | RMA File Extension |
| Extension | .rma |
| Full Form | Real Media Audio File |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | RealNetworks |
| MIME Type | audio/vnd.rn-realaudio |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audio |
| Additional Functions | Streaming online |
| Features | Compressed, Streamable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Lossy compression |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with software |
Use Cases
| Music Streaming | Yes |
| Online Radio | Yes |
| Podcasting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code execution |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Antivirus |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Mid-1990s |
| Latest Version | Tied to RealPlayer updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .rm, .rv, .rmvb |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 RealPlayer |
Free, Premium | Windows, Mac |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Media Player Classic |
Free | Windows |