DBM files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: ColdFusion Server File
ColdFusion Server Format files use the DBM extension. The specification was created by Adobe Systems. Files with DBM extension can run on Linux, Mac OS, and Windows. DBM files store server variables l...
General Information
| Title | DBM File Extension |
| Extension | .dbm |
| Full Form | ColdFusion Server File |
| File Type | Database File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/x-dbm |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store data |
| Additional Functions | Support applications |
| Features | Server-side, Structured |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High integrity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Web Development | Yes |
| Data Management | Yes |
| Server-side Storage | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Access controls |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1995 |
| Latest Version | ColdFusion 2021 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cfm, .cfc, .cfml |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe ColdFusion |
Commercial | Windows, Linux, macOS |
| Adobe Dreamweaver |
Commercial | Windows, macOS |
Type 2: DAZ Brick Material File
A DBM file describes materials for 3D models made with DAZ Studio. It is a shader network that specifies surface properties. Applications opening DBM files include DAZ Studio 4. DBM files use XML form...
General Information
| Title | DBM File Extension |
| Extension | .dbm |
| Full Form | DAZ Brick Material File |
| File Type | 3D Graphics Material File |
| Developer | DAZ 3D |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store material settings |
| Additional Functions | Texture mapping, Material properties definition |
| Features | Reusable, Customizable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on texture |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| 3D Modeling | Yes |
| Animation | Yes |
| Visual Effects | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Backup, Consistent naming |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Not specified |
| Latest Version | Aligned with DAZ Studio updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ds, .daz, .dsf, .duf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 DAZ Studio |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac |