.CMS File Extension

CMS files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Connection Manager Service Profile

A CMS file contains details used by Windows Connection Manager. This software allows system managers to configure remote users' access. The Connection Manager Administrator Kit (CMAK) generates CMS fi...

General Information

Title CMS File Extension
Extension .cms
Full Form Connection Manager Service Profile
File Type Configuration File
Developer Microsoft
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store settings
Additional Functions Facilitate connections
Features Network profiles, VPN settings

File Characteristics

Quality High reliability
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Via CMAK

Use Cases

Network Administration Yes
Remote Access Setup Yes
VPN Configuration Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Sensitive data exposure
Best Practices Encryption, access control

Historical/Version Information

Introduced With Windows 8
Relevant Versions Windows 8, 10, 11

Associated Types

Related Files .pbk, .pkm

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Windows Connection Manager Included with OS Windows
CMAK (Connection Manager Administration Kit) Included with OS Windows Server

Type 2: Content Management System

A CMS file is used by content management systems (CMS) to generate web pages. CMS platforms like Joomla and WordPress create and manage CMS files to store and display website content. CMS files can be...

General Information

Title CMS File Extension
Extension .cms
Full Form Content Management System File
File Type System File
Developer Varies
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store configurations
Additional Functions Store data, Manage content
Features Structured, Customizable

File Characteristics

Quality Depends on system
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable With CMS

Use Cases

Website Management Yes
Data Storage Yes
Configuration Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Unauthorized access
Best Practices Access controls, Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Varies
Latest Version Varies

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .xml, .config, .json

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Various CMS platforms Varies Varies

Type 3: Car Mechanic Simulator 3D Car Model File

General Information

Title CMS File Extension
Extension .cms
Full Form Car Mechanic Simulator 3D Car Model File
File Type 3D Model File
Developer Red Dot Games
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store 3D models
Additional Functions Game asset, Car customization
Features 3D representation, Textured

File Characteristics

Quality High resolution
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable With tools

Use Cases

Gaming Yes
Modding Yes
Simulation Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low risk
Best Practices Valid sourcing, Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2014
Related Versions CMS 2015, CMS 2018

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .obj, .fbx, .blend

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Car Mechanic Simulator Paid Windows, Mac
3D Editing Software Varies Varies